University Assistant (Post-Doc) 40 hours/week | limited to 6 years - Institute of Solid State Physics

TU 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 Solid State Physics, Research Unit Computational Materials Science, TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant (post-doc) limited to 6 years for 40 hours/week. Expected start: January 2024.

Tasks:

• Research in the area Theoretical Solid State Physics with a focus on many-body theory and/or computational materials science
• Developing new methods and understanding physical phenomena in the solid state
• Independent teaching or participation in teaching
• (Co)supervision of students
• Participation in organizational and administrative tasks of the research division and the faculty

Your profile:

• Completion of a doctorate in Physics or closely related field
• In-depth knowledge of strongly correlated electron systems
• Experience in teaching and publication activities as well as interest and pleasure in research and work/support with students
• Organizational and analytical skills as well as a structured way of working
• Excellent command of the English language and very good communicative skills and team competences

We offer:

• A wide variety and exciting range of tasks in a collegial team
• Hybrid working style with partial home office option
• A range of attractive social benefits (see Fringe-Benefit Catalogue of TU Wien)
• internal and external training opportunities, various career options
• Central location of workplace as well as good accessibility (U1/U4 Karlsplatz)

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 4,351.90/month gross, 14 times/year for 40 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income. We look forward to receiving your application until December 14th, 2023.

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.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us Carmen Keck | T: +43 1 588 01 406201 Here you can find also relevant information about the application process.