University Assistant Praedoc

The Institute of Biological Chemistry of the University of Vienna, a subunit of the Faculty of Chemistry, announces a predoctoral position (PhD. 30h/week) for 3 years working with Professor Christian FW Becker. We expect expertise in the area of bioorganic chemistry, peptide synthesis and protein engineering as well as experience with peptide and protein purification, analysis and preferably also with biophysical characterization of peptides and proteins

Among the many good reasons to want to research and teach at the University of Vienna, there is one in particular, which has convinced around 7,500 academic staff members so far. They see themselves as personalities who need space for their continuous striving and curiosity in order to be able to be scientifically successful. Does that sound like something for you? Welcome to our team!

Your future tasks:

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

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We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12 months
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You work on your dissertation and its completion
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You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement
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You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration
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Your personal sphere of influence:

The institute provides an excellent environment for research at the interface of synthetic organic chemistry, molecular biology, biophysics and biomedicine. We combine chemical approaches such as the synthetic of modified amino acids with solid phase peptide syntheses (SPPS) and biotechnological methods to address scientific challenges in the areas of protein biochemistry, neuropeptide research, biomaterials and medicine. You continuously strive for scientific and personal development and look for a place to carry out internationally.

As part of our diverse team, you will be involved in the synthesis of modified peptides and proteins, their biochemical as well as biophysical characterization and application in functional assays. You are expected to participate in teaching and administration.

This is part of your personality:

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Basic experience in academic writing and with research methods
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Excellent command of written and spoken English (C1 Level), furthermore good command of German, if necessar
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Ability to work in a tea
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Knowledge/experience in the field of peptide and protein chemistry
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IT basic user skill
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High intrinsic motivation for researc
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What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible 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 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.

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.714,80 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Contract: The employment duration is 3 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 3 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declaration.

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

It is that easy to apply:

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Letter of Motivatio
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With your summary of research interests / ideas for a prospective doctoral project proposa
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Master Degree / Diplom
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Via our job portal/ Apply now - butto
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