University Assistant Prae-Doc (all genders) 40 hours/week | limited to expected 4 years - Institute of Sensor and Actuator Systems

TU Wien is Austria's largest institution of research and higher education in the fields of technology and natural sciences. With over 26,000 students and more than 4000 scientists, research, teaching, and learning dedicated to the advancement of science and technology have been conducted here for more than 200 years, guided by the motto "Technology for People". As a driver of innovation, TU Wien fosters close collaboration with business and industry and contributes to the prosperity of society.

At the Institute of Sensor and Actuator Systems, in the Research Unit of Micro- and Nanosensors TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant (prae-doc) limited to expected 4 years for 40 hours/week, in the field of nanomechanical infrared spectroscopy for environmental sensing with focus on nanoplastic detection and identification. Expected start: January 2025.

Tasks:

• Research and project activity
• Collaboration on research and teaching tasks as well as examinations
• Cooperation and guidance of students
• Writing a dissertation and publications
• Participation in scientific events
• Assistance/Collaboration in organizational and administrative tasks

Your profile:

• Completion of a master's or diploma curriculum in one of these fields: physics, electrical engineering, or similar
• Skillful and responsible in experimental and theoretical work
• Very good skills in English communication and writing
• Interest in research in the field of optomechanics, nanoelectromechanical systems, and sensor technology as well as supervision and work with students
• Very good communication skills and team competencies and innovative ability

We offer:

• A wide variety and exciting range of tasks in a collegial team
• Hybrid working style with up to 60% home office option
• A range of attractive social benefits (see Fringe-Benefit Catalogue of TU Wien)
• Wide range of internal and external training opportunities, various career options
• Central location of workplace as well as good accessibility (U1/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 3.578,80/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 21.11.2024.

TU Wien is committed to increasing the proportion of women in particular in leadership positions. Female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women when equally qualified, unless reasons specific to a male applicant tilt the balance in his favour. People with special needs are equally encouraged to apply. In case of any questions, please contact the confidant for disabled persons at the university, Mr. Gerhard Neustätter.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us Carmen Keck | T: +43 1 588 01 406201 Here you can find also relevant information about the application process.