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Scientific project assistant postdoc Job Details | Universität Wien Please note that you can see the videos on this website only if you accept all cookies! Additionally, you can freely decide and change any time whether you accept cookies or choose to opt out of cookies to improve website's performance, as well as cookies used to display content tailored to your interests. Your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer may be impacted if you do not accept all cookies. Jobs in Research & Teaching Jobs in Administration & Organisation Scientific project assistant postdoc At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an Scientific project assistant postdoc 51 Faculty of Physics Job vacancy starting: 07/01/2026 | Working hours: 30,00 | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc) Limited contract until: 07/06/2027 Job ID: 4872 Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you’re passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let’s shape the future together! Your personal sphere of play: Are you interested in experimental aerosol physics and want to contribute to the setup and operation of the upcoming ACTRIS National Facility for aerosol in-situ measurement? Are you curious about the optical properties of aerosol particles in urban background environment and means of measuring these? Are you fascinated by gathering real time data to address urgent environmental challenges such as climate change? Do you enjoy working in the laboratory and in the field? If so, we invite you to join the Aerosol Physics and Environmental Physics Group. As a PostDoc you will be part of the Aerosol Physics and Environmental Physics Group around Professor Bernadett Weinzierl. The Aerosol Physics and Environmental Physics (AEP) Group at the Faculty of Physics of the University of Vienna combines highly-sophisticated laboratory, ground-based and aircraft measurements with innovative modelling to study the fundamental physical and chemical properties of aerosol particles and clouds. Current research focuses on related but different areas of aerosol science and covers the whole size spectrum from the nano- to the microscale. We are looking for a motivated Post-doctoral scientist to extend our team. The position is limited until 6 July 2027. Your future tasks: Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means: • You will contribute to the organization and implementation of unique research projects and ground-based measurement campaigns • You will contribute to the setup, characterization and operation of our upcoming ACTRIS National Facility for aerosol in-situ measurements at the University of Vienna • You will setup ACTRIS instrumentation (such as Aethalometer, Nephelometer, and Aerodynamic Particle Sizer), maintain and independently operate it in order to measure the optical properties of aerosol particles • You will operate and optimize aerosol calibration systems, and apply calibration to data collected at the Aerosol Observatory • You will be present in the laboratory on site in Vienna regularly • You will process, analyze and interpret the data from measurements at our Aerosol Observatory with respect to aerosol optical properties • You will continuously stay informed about the state of the art in your field, and develop and strengthen an independent research profile • You will present findings at scientific meetings, in peer-reviewed scientific journals, and public outreach activities. • You will contribute to the success and self-organization of the group for research, and help with some administrative tasks • You will contribute to project applications and the acquisition of third-party funding • You will independently teach courses as defined by the collective agreement, and (co-) supervise students • You will train students at all levels on the latest aerosol measurement methods This is part of your personality: Education and expertise • Completed doctoral degree/PhD degree in physics and/or aerosol related topics such as atmospheric sciences, aerosol chemistry or meteorology • Professional expertise: Knowledge in experimental physics and laboratory and field work, ideally in aerosol physics and/or atmospheric physics, including measurements of optical aerosol properties • Experience with in-situ aerosol measurement techniques, and in aerosol instrument development • Experience with operation and maintenance of instruments such as nephelometer, aethalometer and/or aerosol particle sizer, or similar • Experience in data analysis and interpretation • Very good programming skills (including Python and/or Igor) • Experience in teaching aerosol physics-related classes and supervising students is considered an asset • Experience with the acquisition of third-party funding is considered an asset • Publications in renowned, peer-reviewed journals • Excellent command of written and spoken English, German is desirable but not required Mindset and soft-skills • Ability to work in a team • High ability to express yourself both orally and in writing • Open, collaborative, and curious personality • Proactive, self-driven, and highly motivated • Excellent independent research and management abilities • Desireable: Experience abroad • Willingness to travel • Driver's license is necessary What we offer: 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. Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 5.014,30 (for 40 hours/14 times a year) for the contract period increases if we can credit professional experience. Equal opportunities for all: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team! It is that easy to apply: • With a motivation letter • With a summary of your research interests and their relation to the research at our Group (max. 1 page) • With your scientific curriculum vitae • With your list of publications • Doctoral Degree/PhD degree • Contact details of two persons who could provide reference letters • Via our job portal/ Apply now – button If you have any questions, please contact: Bernadett Weinzierl 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. University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365. 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