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University Assistant postdoctoral
91 Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science
Job vacancy starting: 01.02.2027 | Working hours: 40.00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited contract until: three years.
Job ID: 6271
The Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science (CeMESS) at the University of Vienna conducts basic research on the structure and function of microbiomes at an internationally leading level. We are looking for a post postdoctoral researcher to support our nitrification team.
Your personal sphere of influence:
The Division of Microbiology and Ecosystem Science (DoME, https://dome.univie.ac.at/) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher. The focus will be on the design and implementation of innovative enrichment and isolation strategies working as part of the nitrification research group. Our group focuses on various aspects of nitrification, ranging from ecology of different clades, physiology of certain strains to biochemistry of specific enzymes.
Your future tasks:
The postdoctoral researcher will focus on developing and applying novel isolation methods, including high-throughput single-cell techniques, to enrich and isolate nitrifying microorganisms. Since standard isolation techniques often fail to yield novel nitrifying isolates, we are looking for a candidate with a strong background and proven experience in the cultivation, enrichment and isolation of nitrifiers from diverse habitats. Ideally, the candidate already employed highly innovative approaches to successfully enrich various ammonia- and nitrite-oxidizing microorganisms.
This is part of your profile:
- Experience in developing successful enrichment strategies for ammonia and nitrite oxidizers.
- Expertise in applying various molecular techniques such as PCR-based methods and fluorescence in situ hybridization combined with microscopy.
- Experience in cultivation and physiological assays to study the metabolism of nitrifiers.
- Hands-on experience in single-cell separation techniques such as FACS or microdroplet is considered a plus.
- Phd in a relevant field
What we offer:
Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible family-friendly working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).
Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.
Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.
Internal further training & Coaching: 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 5.014,30 (on full-time basis,14 times a year) increases if we can credit professional experience.
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Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every new personality to the team!
It is that easy to apply:
- Your application should consist of a letter of motivation (1-2 pages), the letter of motivation should address the stated qualifications for the position, relevant experience and research interests
- your CV including a publication list, university certificate(s) including grades and contact information of two references.
- Doctoral Degree
- Via our job portal / Apply now - button
If you have any content questions, please contact:
Elisabeth Maaß
elisabeth.maass@univie.ac.at
We 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 advancement of women and diversity. We place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.
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Application deadline: 30.10.2026
