Senior Scientist

About the opportunity

The Institute of Materials Chemistry at the Faculty of Chemistry, University of Vienna, is offering a fixed-term position for two years for a Senior Scientist with a specialization in complex fluids. In addition to conducting research and teaching, the successful candidate will manage the “Interface Characterization” Core Facility. Based in the Polymer & Composite Engineering (PaCE) group, the role focuses on polymer and materials research, complex fluids, international collaboration, and student supervision. Initially limited to two years, there is a possibility of permanent employment by mutual agreement based on available funding and positive evaluation.

Salary and benefits

• Base salary of EUR 5,014.30 gross per month (paid 14 times annually for a full-time Senior Scientist postdoc), which may increase based on recognized prior professional experience.
• Flexible working hours and opportunities for remote work by arrangement.
• Inspirational working environment within an international team and excellent research infrastructure.
• Good public transport accessibility.
• Continuous internal professional development and coaching opportunities.

Who can apply?

• Completed doctoral/PhD degree in chemistry or related fields.
• Outstanding experience in polymer chemistry, material characterization, and surface/interface characterization (iGC, XPS, tensiometer, goniometer, BET, DSC/TGA, IR, zeta potential, DVS, particle size determination, foam analysis, GPC, rheology, light scattering).
• Experience working with plastic processing machinery and composite manufacturing techniques is desired.
• Outstanding publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent command of both written and spoken German and English.
• Team player with high social and communicative competence, along with expected teaching experience, e-learning experience, and student supervision experience.

Required documents

• Academic curriculum vitae / letter of intent
• Publication list
• Summary of research focuses (max. 1 page)
• Contact details of persons for references
• Certificate of completed doctoral/PhD degree

When to apply

• Application deadline: 12.09.2026
• Appointment starts from: 02.11.2026

How to apply

• Prepare the required application documents including your CV, publication list, research focus summary, and reference contacts.
• Submit your application through the University of Vienna job portal via the "Jetzt bewerben" (Apply Now) button.

Additional information

• Job ID: 6179
• Department: Faculty of Chemistry (52)
• Employment extent: 40.00 hours per week
• Classification: Collective bargaining agreement §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
• For content-related questions, contact Alexander Bismarck via alexander.bismarck@univie.ac.at