University Assistant (Post-Doc)

The Institute of Applied Synthetic Chemistry is seeking to fill a position as a university assistant (postdoc) in the Laboratory for Functional Aromatic Molecules, tentative start date in October 2026 (40 hours per week, limited until expected 7 month, or at latest for the duration of the leave of absence), with the responsibilities described below.

Tasks:

• Research in the field of the synthesis, characterization, and application of conjugated organic materials, particularly conjugated polymers and conjugated macrocycles
• Participation in the acquisition, implementation, and administration of research projects
• Preparation and drafting of publications (including presentations) and invention disclosures
• Processing and curating research data for publication in accordance with the FAIR (findable, accessible, interoperable, reusable) principles
• Supervision of students
• Development and implementation of course material as well as participation in teaching activities in the above-mentioned field
• Assistance with examinations
• Participation in and organization of scientific events
• Assistance with organizational and administrative tasks, as well as evaluation activities

Your profile:

• Completion of an appropriate doctorate by the start of employment at the latest
• Scientific publication activity in international academic journals
• Excellent written and spoken English (C1)
• In-depth knowledge and experience in the synthesis, characterization, and application of conjugated organic materials
• Teaching experience
• Interest in and enjoyment of research and working with students
• Ability to work in a team and strong problem-solving skills

Desirable:

• Knowledge and experience in the synthesis, characterization, and application of polymers
• Knowledge and experience in the application of conjugated organic materials in electronic devices
• Experience with national and/or international research cooperation as well as in project management
• Experience in (co-)supervision of students
• Research experience outside of Austria

We offer:

• A diverse and exciting range of responsibilities within a supportive team
• An interdisciplinary research environment (bridging synthetic chemistry, polymer science, physical organic chemistry and materials chemistry, and device applications)
• State-of-the-art facilities for organic/polymer synthesis, structural characterization, spectroscopy and electrochemistry; collaboration with advanced characterization and application labs.
• A range of attractive social benefits (see Benefits)
• Wide range of personal development opportunities, including a dedicated coaching programme for postdocs (https://url.tuwien.at/nugyo)
• Central location of workplace as well as good accessibility (U1/U2/U4 Karlsplatz)

Entry level salary is determined by the pay grade B1 of the Austrian collective agreement for university staff. This is a minimum of currently EUR 5,014.30/month gross, 14 times/year for 40 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income.

We look forward to receiving your application until September 17th, 2026.

Information regarding applications:
Please upload your application materials using the online form under APPLY NOW. In addition, you must upload a video (no longer than 5 minutes) that replaces your cover letter, which should address the following points:

• your most significant research project to date; describe your role, the key decisions you made along the way, and what you personally took away from the experience,
• your teaching experience,
• how your background connects to the advertised position,
• the supervision and mentoring style that brings out the best in you, as well as what doesn't work for you.

Don’t worry about production quality; a phone camera is perfectly fine.
Please name the video file with your first and last name and upload the file to our TU-CLOUD via this link: https://url.tuwien.at/vrwjo

PLEASE NOTE: Your application will not be considered complete until both the video has been uploaded to the TU-CLOUD and your application materials have been submitted via the online form.