At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an 

University assistant predoctoral 

74 Max Perutz Labs  

Job vacancy starting: 05/03/2025 (MM-DD-YYYY) | Working hours:  30,00  | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) 

Limited contract until: 05/02/2026

Job ID: 3910

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!

Your personal sphere of influence:

As a university assistant prae doc you will complement the research team Alwin Köhler. You will work on chromatin and transcription biology. The group is based at the Max Perutz Labs on the Vienna Biocenter Campus.
The Max Perutz Labs bring together the groups working in molecular biology at the University of Vienna. In order to intensify the collaboration with the Medical University of Vienna in the field of molecular biosciences, the Max Perutz Labs were founded in 2005. We maintain high-tech research infrastructures at two neighbouring locations, where around 450 scientists from more than 40 nations work in basic biomedical research in more than 45 research groups.

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:

• Contribution to research project regarding chromatin and transcription biology
• You work on your dissertation and its completion
• Participation in publications / academic articles / presentations
• Participation in teaching and independent teaching of courses within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement
• Involvement in the organization of meetings, conferences, symposia
• You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration
• Supervision of BSc and MSc students

This is part of your personality:

• University degree in Biology, Molecular Genetics or related fields
• Successful VBC PhD program Selection or similar international PhD Selection required
• Practical experience in single-molecule biochemistry
• Experience with basic bioinformatics tools
• High ability to express yourself both orally and in writing
• Computer literacy (MS-Office; Imaging Software)
• Basic experience in academic writing
• Didactic competences / experience with e-learning
• Excellent command of written and spoken English (C1 Level)
• Ability to work in a team
• Knowledge of university processes and structures

What we offer:

Employment duration: The employment duration is limited to 1 year.

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3,714,80 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible, family-friendly working hours.

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.

Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.

Equal opportunities for all: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

It is that easy to apply:

• With your scientific curriculum vitae
• Short motivation letter with reference to PhD program application
• Master Degree  /  Diploma
• Via our  job portal/ Apply now -  button

If you have any questions, please contact:

Theresa Hügel  

theresa.huegel@univie.ac.at

We look forward to new personalities in our team! 
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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​Application deadline: 04/21/2025 (MM-DD-YYYY)