Senior Scientist, Life Sciences
A temporary senior scientist position focusing on pharmaceutical chemistry and HPLC analysis at the University of Vienna.
Best for:Best for experienced pharmaceutical chemists with strong expertise in HPLC and mass spectrometry.
Overview
The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Vienna is seeking a Senior Scientist to support research and teaching activities. The role involves providing technical expertise in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and mass spectrometry, alongside independent research and course instruction. This is a temporary, fixed-term position designed to support the department's ongoing analytical and preparative drug separation projects. The successful candidate will join an international team and contribute to both academic administration and quality assurance measures.
What you'll do
- Provide technical support for research projects within the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
- Perform routine maintenance and coordinate repairs for analytical and preparative HPLC equipment.
- Plan and execute independent research projects in the field of pharmaceutical chemistry.
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed English-language journals.
- Independently deliver academic courses as per collective agreement provisions.
- Manage administrative duties related to research, teaching, and departmental operations.
- Provide technical support for the chromatographic separation of drugs.
- Participate in departmental evaluation and quality assurance measures.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Pharmacy, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
Language: English (C1 proficiency required).
Instruction: English
Publications: Evidence of publications in renowned peer-reviewed journals is required.
- Extensive technical and methodological expertise in separation and analysis techniques.
- Proven experience in high-resolution mass spectrometry.
- Demonstrated ability to independently hold academic courses.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent proficiency in English (C1 level).
- Proficiency in standard IT and software applications.
- Must hold a completed doctoral degree in a relevant field.
- Must have a record of publications in renowned peer-reviewed journals.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-18
Interested candidates should submit their application via the university's online job portal. The application must include a scientific CV, a letter of intent, a list of publications, a summary of research interests (max 1 page), proof of doctoral degree, and contact details for references.
- CV
- Letter of intent
- List of publications
- Research interests summary
- Doctoral degree certificate
- Reference contact details
Contact
Thierry Langer
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