University Assistant Postdoctoral in Food Chemistry and Toxicology
Lead groundbreaking food-exposome research and mass spectrometry workflows at the University of Vienna.
Best for:Best for analytical chemists and mass spectrometry specialists with a PhD in food chemistry and a strong publication record.
Overview
The Faculty of Chemistry at the University of Vienna invites applications for a fixed-term postdoctoral university assistant position in the Department of Food Chemistry and Toxicology. The successful candidate will drive research projects focusing on the food-exposome, bioanalytical chemistry, and mass spectrometry-based workflows to evaluate environmental and food contaminants. Responsibilities include independent research, acquiring third-party funding, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and supervising students while working toward a habilitation. The role offers an inspiring international environment with opportunities for professional growth and flexible working arrangements.
What you'll do
- Develop innovative analytical and bioinformatic workflows for exposomics.
- Execute administrative duties related to laboratory infrastructure, research, and teaching.
- Contribute actively to ongoing scientific studies and collaborative research projects.
- Publish research findings in international peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
- Apply for and manage third-party funded research projects.
- Teach courses independently at the MSc and PhD levels in accordance with collective agreements.
- Supervise students and guide them throughout their academic progress.
- Participate in departmental quality assurance and evaluation measures.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in food chemistry or closely related field
Language: English and German; C1 proficiency level required for both
Instruction: English and German
Publications: Demonstrated research competence through international publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals
- Completed doctoral/PhD degree in food chemistry
- Demonstrated experience in mass spectrometry and scientific publishing
- Hands-on operational and management experience with low and high-resolution mass spectrometry instruments
- Experience in attracting and managing third-party funded research projects
- Proven teaching experience in food chemistry
- Strong research record with international peer-reviewed publications
- Programming and IT skills, such as experience in R or instrument operating systems
- Strong communication, teamwork, and social skills
- Completed PhD degree
- Compliance with collective bargaining agreement requirements for postdoctoral university assistants
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-19
Applicants must submit their complete application package including CV, cover letter, research summary, and publication list through the official online job portal using the Apply now button.
- CV
- Cover letter
- List of publications
- Research summary
- Doctoral Degree certificate
- Contact details of referees
Contact
Benedikt Warth
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