30 hours/week | limited to 4 yearsTU 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 Chemical, Environmental and Bioscience Engineering, in the Research Group for Catalysis Design and Reaction Engineering TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant (prae-doc) limited to expected 4 years for 30 hours/week. Expected start: November 2025.Tasks:
Research on heterogeneous catalysts for sustainable production of fuels and chemicals, with emphasis on electrification strategies for catalytic reactors
Characterization of solid catalysts
Performing kinetic studies in lab scale test reactors and derivation of reaction mechanisms
Experiment planning and data evaluation
Participation and handling of courses in English and German
Supervision of interns, Bac and MSc students
Writing a dissertation and creation of scientific publications and presentations
Your profile:
Relevant, completed diploma or master’s degree in chemical engineering, technical chemistry or physical chemistry (focus on catalysis) or an equivalent university degree in Austria or abroad.
Laboratory experience in the field of reaction kinetics, synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials
Experience with IR spectroscopy and gas analysis through gas chromatography
Willingness to support interns, Bac and MSc students.
Excellent command of English in speaking and writing
German and English language skills at B2 level
We offer:
A wide variety and exciting range of tasks in a collegial team
Hybrid working style with up to 60% teleworking option
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 2,786.10/month gross, 14 times/year for 30 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income.We look forward to receiving your application until September 11th, 2025.
