Technical Lab Assistant / Workshop

Job title:

Technical Lab Assistant / Workshop

Company

Universität Wien

Job description

51 Faculty of Physics Working
hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §54 VwGr. IIIb
Limited until: permanent
Reference no.: 3536If you love wielding a spanner or working in a workshop and are looking for an exciting challenge, then “Welcome to the team!” We employ personalities who contribute their expertise in various fields of research in order to answer the big questions of our time.The Isotope Physics group at the Faculty of Physics pursues fundamental and application-oriented research with the Vienna Environmental Research Accelerator (VERA), an internationally recognized facility for Accelerator Mass Spectrometry that uses a compact particle accelerator.We are looking for an employee who has the necessary qualifications to support us, especially in the technical operation of VERA.The position is initially limited to 6 months with the intent to extend indefinitely.Your job includes: * You support the technical operation of VERA, and you are responsible for production, maintenance work and repairs using workshop machinery.

• You contribute to our research and teaching activities by designing and constructing equipment and devices for experiments in collaboration with scientists and students.
• You are responsible for the laboratory infrastructure of the Isotope Physics group (pneumatics, cooling water, fume cupboards, etc.).
• You take care of the technical and administrative management of the mechanical workshop. This includes maintenance and servicing of machines, ordering of consumables and coordination of maintenance and repair work by external companies.

This is part of your profile – Must-have:

• Completed secondary education, e.g. HTL Mechanical Engineering.
• Very good German language skills (fluent in writing and speaking) and sufficient skills in English (B2 level or higher; no certificate required).
• User knowledge of Windows.

Desirable qualification – Should-have:

• Workshop experience.
• Practical experience in handling standard workshop measuring devices, vacuum devices, etc.
• CAD, CAM skills.
• Skills in machining processes or welding.

What we offer:Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours. We also consider applications for less than 40 hours per week.Inspiring working atmosphere: You are part of an engaged international team with academic background in a fair working environment.Good public transport connections: Your workplace is easily accessible by public transport.Internal further training: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.071,30 (for 40 hours/week) increases if we can credit professional experience.Equal opportunities for everyone: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!It’s that easy to apply:

• Curriculum vitae and short Letter of Motivation (in German or English).
• Graduation certificate; confirmation of previous professional experience if applicable.
• Further documents if applicable.
• Via our job portal / Apply now – button.

If you have any content questions, please contact:Martin MartschiniWe look forward to new personalities in our team!
The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attaches great importance to equal opportunities, the and . We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365.Application deadline: 05/07/2025

Expected salary

€3071.3 per month

Location

Wien

Job date

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 22:03:23 GMT

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