Senior Scientist (all genders) 40 hours/week | Cover for leave of absence

Job Description:

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 Applied Synthetic Chemistry, in the Research Group for Sustainable Organic Chemistry and Catalysis TU Wien is offering a position as senior scientist (all genders) limited until expected January, 2028 or for the duration of cover for leave of absence for 40 hours/week. Expected start: September 2026.

Tasks:

• Research activities in the field of organic photochemical and photoredox catalytic methods as well as radical-based transformation methods
• Development and implementation of innovative reactor concepts using CAD, 3D printing and modern manfacturing technologies
• Implementation of digital and automated approaches for data-driven reaction optimization
• Independent teaching of courses, especially in the field of fundamental and organic chemistry, and holding of examinations as well as supervision of students
• The ability to develop methods, concepts, as well as their realization and evaluation and the willingness to manage projects and co-supervise working groups
• Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as in evaluation measures of the research division and the faculty

Your profile:

• Completion of an appropriate doctorate in the field of chemistry or equivalent university studies at home or abroad
• Knowledge of scientific work as well as excellent specialist knowledge in Knowledge of scientific methods and excellent expertise in asymmetric synthesis, organocatalysis, and photoredox catalysis
• In-depth knowledge in the field of sustainable chemistry
• Experience in reactor design using CAD, 3D printing, and modern manufacturing technologies
• Interdisciplinary work
• Experience in teaching and publication activities as well as interest and pleasure in research and work/support with students
• Organisational and analytical skills as well as a structured way of working
• Good German skills (min. C1 - language of instruction), very good knowledge of English (min. C1)
• Team competences

We offer:

• A wide variety and exciting range of tasks in a collegial team
• Hybrid working style with up to 40% teleworking option
• A range of attractive social benefits (see Benefits)
• Wide range of internal and external training opportunities, various career options
• Central location of workplace as well as good accessibility (U1/U2/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 5,014.30/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 August 27th, 2026.

Contact:

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.