University Assistant Post-Doc (all genders)

Job title:

University Assistant Post-Doc (all genders)

Company

Technische Universität Wien

Job description

32 hours/week | Cover for leave of absenceTU 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 Materials Science and Technology, in the Research Group for 3D Printing and Biofabrication TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant post-doc (all genders) limited until 04.08.2025 or at the latest until the duration of leave of absence for 32 hours/week. Expected start: March 2025.Tasks:

• We are looking for a talented and motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the research group of 3D Printing and Biofabrication
• The successful candidate will be responsible for advanced material engineering, developing and optimizing material characteristics for optimized vascularisation of 3D cellular matrices and bioprinting parameters for both extrusion and laser-assisted bioprinting techniques
• This work will involve using human pluripotent stem cell-derived cells and various bioink solutions

Your profile:

• PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biomedicine or relevant area
• Minimum 2 years of postdoctoral experience
• Strong background in vascular mechanobiology, specifically applying simultaneous mechanical cues on endothelial cells in vitro
• Experience working with tailored hydrogels and with flow chambers
• Interest in learning tissue engineering and bioprinting techniques
• Strong knowledge in molecular biology, biochemical and immunological techniques such as cell culture, western blot, flow cytometry, immunocytochemistry and transcriptomics
• Competence to establish new methods, to analyze and visually reflect scientific data
• Proven experience in project writing and fund acquisition
• Strong publication record in the relevant research area
• Experience in student supervision
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary and international environment
• Proficient in English, both speaking and writing

We offer:

• A wide variety and exciting range of tasks in a collegial and international team
• A range of attractive social benefits (see

) * Wide range of internal and external training opportunities, various career options

• Central location of workplace as well as good accessibility (U1/U4 Karlsplatz)

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.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 3,946.30/month gross, 14 times/year for 32 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income.We look forward to receiving your application until March 13th, 2025.

Expected salary

Location

Wien

Job date

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 23:18:44 GMT

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