Graduate Teaching Assistant (Predoctoral, Diploma/Master)

Johannes Kepler University; Österreich; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Campus environment

Continual education opportunities

State-of-the-art research infra

On-campus dining

Job summary

Johannes Kepler University invites applications for a Graduate Teaching Assistant (Predoctoral) in Biochemistry, for a 30-hour week maternity leave replacement. A Diploma or Master’s degree in Biochemistry or related field is required, with emphasis on protein science and NMR methods.

English proficiency is essential; German is not required. The role includes applying 2D NMR, producing isotope-labelled proteins, supervising students, and presenting results within a dynamic research environment

Qualifications

• The successful candidate must hold a Diploma/Master’s degree in Biochemistry or relevant field for the research project (protein science).
• Experience with molecular biology, proteins, and molecular spectroscopy is required.
• Training in the fundamentals of protein science.
• Training in NMR spectroscopy.
• Experience in protein production is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Apply 2D NMR spectroscopy to monitor pH titration experiments.
• Produce proteins labelled with stable isotopes (13C, 15N).
• Present progress at group meetings.
• Co-supervise BSc students.
• Support students and external partners in the lab.

Skills

Molecular biology

Proteins

Molecular spectroscopy

Independent research

English proficiency

Education

Diploma/Master’s degree in Biochemistry

Tools

NMR spectroscopy

Job description

Organisation/Company Johannes Kepler University Department Institute of Biochemistry Research Field Chemistry » Biochemistry Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 31 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna) Country Austria Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Hours Per Week 30 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number 38500-2026-002131 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The world is changing at an ever-faster pace. At the Johannes Kepler University Linz, we work on technologies and the ideas of tomorrow on a daily basis. At the same time, we educate over 27,000 young people to meet the demands of today’s job market. In short, we are Upper Austria’s largest institution for education and research. Are you interested in being a part of shaping the future of Austria’s most attractive campus university? We currently have a job opening for a:
Graduate Teaching Assistant (Predoctoral, must hold a Diploma/Master's degree) for a 30-hour/week (part-time), maternity leave replacement

Organizational unit:

Institute of Biochemistry

Entry date:

12/01/2026

Term from

12/01/2026

Temporary employment to:

12/31/2027

Job Reference Number:

38500-2026-002131

University Assistant (Predoctoral) for a one-year project entitled “NMR Investigation of Electrostatics at the Protein Surface.”
In this project we will apply NMR spectroscopy to determine the strength of electrostatics on the protein surface.

Job Duties:

• Application of 2D NMR spectroscopy to follow pH titration experiments
• Production of protein samples labelled with stable isotopes (13C, 15N)
• Present progress at group meetings
• Participate in the co-supervision of BSc students
• Providing support to students and external partners in the departmental laboratory

Your Qualifications:

• The successful candidate must hold a Diploma/Master’s degree (or proof that one is awarded) in Biochemistry or relevant field for the research project (protein science)
• Prior experience working with molecular biology, proteins, and molecular spectroscopy is a must
• Training in the fundamentals of protein science
• Training in NMR spectroscopy
• rior experience in the production of proteins is required
• Experience with data analysis and bioinformatics is beneficial
• Demonstrated prior research experience and the ability to conduct independent research
• Possess good interpersonal and communicative skills
• Strong command of spoken and written English (level B2 or equivalent qualification), German language skills are not required

What We Offer:

• On the basis of full-time employment (40 hours/week) the minimum salary in accordance with the collective agreement is € 3,776.10 gross per month (14 x per year, CA Job Grade: B1)
• Attractive campus environment with good public transportation connections
• Attractive continual educational opportunities
• State-of-the-art research infrastructure
• Dynamic research environment
• Broad range of on-campus dining services/healthy meals (organic food at the cafeteria)
• Exercise and sports classes (USI)
• …and much more

10/31/2026

The Johannes Kepler University wishes to increase the proportion of academic female faculty and, for this reason, especially welcomes applications by qualified women. If applicants are equally qualified, a woman will be given preference for this position. The university welcomes applications from qualified applicants with disabilities. These applications will be given special consideration.

Space for your future?

For further information, please contact: Univ. Prof. Franciscus Mulder Ph.D., P [phone], E-mail: [e-mail] .