University Assistant Post-Doc (all genders)

  • Full Time
  • Wien

Technische Universität Wien

Job title:

University Assistant Post-Doc (all genders)

Company

Technische Universität Wien

Job description

40 hours/week | limited to expected 3 yearsTU 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.In the Cell Culture Core Facility (CCCF) TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant (post-doc) limited to expected 3 years for 40 hours/week. Expected start: October 2024.Tasks:

  • Organization the measuring operation – including training of students and scientists and maintenance of the equipment – of the microscopy unit of the CCCF (among others confocal microscopy, atomic force microscopy, lattice light-sheet microscopy)
  • Organization the measuring operation – including training of students and scientists and maintenance of the equipment – of bioprinting and large-particle flow cytometry devices of the CCCF
  • Development and provision of tailor-made analysis tools in the area of microscopy and organoid and 3D cell culture systems to address specific research questions
  • Research activities in collaboration with the facility users, including supervision of students and publication activities
  • Participation in establishing, operating and maintaining booking and facility management systems at the CCCF
  • Participation in developing and implementing safety concepts for the CCCF – including the holding of safety introductions for the users
  • Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as evaluation measures
  • Teaching and training of students in the areas of cell biology and microscopy techniques
  • The tasks will be distributed in a way that 70% of the time is dedicated to service-oriented work and 30% to research activities

Your profile:

  • Completion of studies and a doctorate in cell biology, molecular biology or closely related field
  • Outstanding experience in imaging techniques and technologies (e.g., fluorescence and live cell imaging using confocal microscopy, spinning disc confocal microscopy, atomic force microscopy)
  • Experience in light-sheet microscopy advantageous
  • Experience in programming of image analysis scripts advantageous
  • Readiness to learn and develop skills to repair and adapt modern microscopy systems very desirable
  • Experience in work with 3D cell cultures, spheroids, organoids advantageous
  • Demonstrated experience in planning and conducting scientific research as exemplified by high quality peer-reviewed publications
  • Willingness for interdisciplinary work
  • Interest and joy in research and work with students
  • Very good communicative skills, team competences and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent command of the English language and willingness to learn German
  • Organizational and analytical skills as well as a structured way of working

We offer:

  • An innovative highly interdisciplinary environment
  • New state-of-the-art equipment
  • Versatile and exciting responsibilities in a cooperative team
  • Excellent opportunities for personal development in a scientifically stimulating environment
  • A range of attractive social benefits (see

) * Wide range of internal and external training opportunities

  • Central location of workplace as well as good accessibility (U1/U4 Karlsplatz)

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.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 4,752.30/month gross, 14 times/year for 40 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income.We look forward to receiving your complete application documents until September 29th, 2024.Application documents must include the following documents:

  • Short letter of motivation highlighting relevant experience and achievements and explaining motivation for joining the institution’s team (no longer than one page)
  • CV with details of education, internships, employment and publications
  • 1-3 letters of reference or contact details of people who can provide references

Expected salary

Location

Wien

Job date

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 04:31:18 GMT

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