About the opportunity
The Organic Synthesis Group of Prof. Maulide at the Faculty of Chemistry, University of Vienna, is seeking a motivated PhD student (predoctoral) for a 3-year temporary position. The successful candidate will engage in research, teaching, and administrative tasks. Research focus includes stereoselective preparation of organic compounds, development of new synthetic methodologies, chirality transfer processes, and photochemical reactions. The role requires working toward a dissertation, with a dissertation agreement expected within 12-18 months. The position is initially limited to 1.5 years, with an automatic extension to 3 years unless terminated by the employer within the first 12 months.
Salary and benefits
- Monthly basic salary of EUR 3,776.10 (on a full-time basis), which increases based on credited professional experience.
- Opportunity to work in an international academic team.
- Access to over 600 free internal training and coaching courses.
- Good public transport accessibility.
Who can apply?
- Completed Master's degree or Diploma in Chemistry.
- Profound knowledge and practical experience in organic synthesis.
- Experience with organophosphorus compounds, peptide synthesis, and silyl ketene acetals.
- Experience with vinyl silanes, in situ IR spectroscopy, and photocatalysed reactions.
- Experience with Lewis-acid-catalysed organic transformations and spectroscopic methods (NMR, HRMS, IR, UV/vis).
- Experience with writing scientific publications.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English.
- IT user skills (Microsoft Office, ChemOffice).
- Ability to work independently and as a team player with high social skills.
Required documents
- Scientific curriculum vitae
- Letter of intent
- Letter of motivation including research interests
- Master's degree or Diploma certificate
- List of publications
- Evidence of teaching experience (if available)
When to apply
- Application deadline: 2026-09-25
How to apply
- Prepare the required documents including CV, letter of motivation, and academic credentials.
- Submit the application via the official University of Vienna job portal using the 'Apply now' button.
Additional information
- The position is for 30 hours per week.
- The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and encourages qualified women to apply, as they are underrepresented in academic positions.
- The position is classified under CBA §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc).
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Candidates holding a completed Master's degree or Diploma in Chemistry with profound knowledge of organic synthesis
- Individuals with specific hands-on experience in areas such as photocatalysis, peptide synthesis, or spectroscopic methods
- Motivated prospective PhD students aiming to complete a dissertation within a prominent university research group
What should you think carefully about?
- The position requires working on-site in Vienna, Austria, for 30 hours per week
- The contract is initially limited to 1.5 years before an automatic extension to 3 years, subject to specific employer terms
- Responsibilities encompass a mix of doctoral research, teaching duties, and administrative tasks
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This predoctoral position provides structured funding and professional development to successfully pursue a doctoral degree in organic chemistry.
Our take
Chemistry graduates with a strong experimental background in synthesis who want to advance toward a PhD in an international team should apply.
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