The University of Vienna invites applications for a University Assistant Postdoctoral (Group Leader, Young Investigator) position to join the Bonifazi research group at the Institute of Organic Chemistry. This central scientific role offers a 6-year framework to contribute to core research and teaching while progressively developing an autonomous research direction within a supportive environment.
What You'll Do
- Conduct collaborative and independent research in organic synthesis, developing an original program focused on new reactivity, synthetic methodology, and complex molecular architectures.
- Co-supervise bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral students, providing close scientific guidance and mentoring.
- Contribute to preparing joint research grant applications and develop independent funding proposals.
- Gradually assume responsibility for coordinating scientific projects, supervising junior researchers, and contributing to group organization.
- Participate in teaching activities at the Institute of Organic Chemistry, including lectures, exercises, and laboratory courses.
- Publish research results in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences.
- Contribute to a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive working environment.
What We're Looking For
- A completed doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in organic synthesis.
- A maximum of one postdoctoral research experience in an internationally visible academic environment.
- Demonstrated excellence in organic synthesis, new reaction development, methodology, multi-step synthesis, or synthesis of complex architectures.
- Clear scientific interest in developing new reactivity and innovative synthetic concepts to construct complex architectures.
- Proven ability to conduct independent research, combined with a strong willingness to integrate into an established research group.
- Initial experience in, or strong motivation to acquire, third-party funding for academic research.
- Strong organizational, communication, and mentoring skills.
- High level of commitment, reliability, and ability to work collaboratively.
Team & Environment
Fully embedded within the Bonifazi Research Group and the Institute of Organic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry.
Benefits & Compensation
- Fixed-term contract for 6 years with a basic salary of EUR 5,014.30 (14 times a year), increasing with credited professional experience.
- Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote/hybrid work when compatible with operational requirements.
- Inspiring working atmosphere in an international academic environment characterized by collegiality, appreciation, and respect.
- Good public transport connections to the workplace in the center of Vienna.
- Internal further training & Coaching: over 600 courses to choose from – free of charge.
- Equal opportunities for all; the University is committed to the principles of equal opportunities and diversity.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position located in Vienna, Austria.
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.
