Manager Chemistry Support Facility

EURAXESS Czech Republic; Wien; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

ISTA is expanding its Chemistry Support Facility (CSF) and seeks a senior professional to oversee operations, service delivery, and strategic development of analytical chemistry capabilities. You will supervise a small team of experts and lab managers, guiding day-to-day activities and long-term improvements.

The role emphasizes collaboration with researchers, maintaining instruments, ensuring safety and compliance, and budgeting to support world‑class research at ISTA near Vienna, Austria.

Qualifikationen

• Advanced degree in analytical fields with significant experience.
• Proven track record managing a core facility or similar laboratory environment.
• Extensive hands-on experience with analytical instruments and characterization techniques.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory regulations, safety standards, and good practice.
• Excellent communication and teamwork with a diverse research community.

Aufgaben

• Oversee operations of the Chemistry Support Unit, ensuring efficient and high-quality service delivery.
• Lead and develop a team of currently 4 colleagues (experts & lab managers).
• Collaborate with researchers on advanced technologies and infrastructure services.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize facility workflows and introduce innovative methods.
• Maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation; plan and execute maintenance schedules.
• Collaborate with administrative units on lab planning, safety, and regulations.
• Manage budgets and resources; prepare service quotes and handle project billing.
• Keep updated with advancements in experimental chemistry and integrate innovations.
• Promote the facility’s capabilities to attract new research projects and foster collaborations.

Kenntnisse

Team leadership

Budgeting

Analytical skills

Communication

Ausbildung

Advanced degree in Analytical Chemistry, Synthetic Chemistry, Materials Science

Tools

Analytical instruments

Jobbeschreibung

Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA)

Organisation/Company Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) Department Human Resources Research Field Chemistry » Analytical chemistry Researcher Profile Other Profession Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 30 Sep 2026 - 00:00 (Europe/Stockholm) Country Austria Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

• Full Time (40 h/w)

Your Responsibilities

ISTAisexpandingitsportfolioofstate‑of‑the‑artscientificserviceswithanewScientificServiceUnit dedicated toexperimentalchemistry. The Chemistry Support Facility (CSF) offers an array of advanced technologies (X-ray diffraction and spectroscopy, optical spectroscopy) as well as an extensive basic equipment infrastructure spanning from synthetic chemistry to material science applications. In addition to the technical services, the CSF provides an administrative framework to support research groups with the operational aspects of experimental chemistry, such as lab planning, laboratory safety, and chemical waste management. Equipped with state‑of‑the‑art instruments, and staffed with experienced chemists, the CSF’s mission is to enable world‑class research by providing comprehensive assistance with advanced technologies, and an optimized laboratory infrastructure that facilitates safe, efficient, and innovative research. At ISTA's Chemistry Support Facility, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing and advancing our cutting‑edge equipment park and service portfolio as well as the infrastructure equipment and services. Your expertise and grasp of research methodologies will be essential for providing exceptional support to our scientists.

• Manage andoverseeoperations of the Chemistry Support Unit,ensuringefficientandhigh-qualityservicedelivery
• Lead and develop a team of currently 4 colleagues (experts & lab managers)
• Collaborate closely with researchers, both on advanced technologies and infrastructure services
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize facility workflows and introduce innovative methods
• Maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation; plan and execute regular maintenance schedules
• Collaborate closely with other administrative units on topics like laboratory planning, regulations, and safety
• Manage budgets and resources; prepare service quotes and handle project billing
• Keep updated with advancements in experimental chemistry, integrating relevant innovations into the facility
• Promote the facility’s capabilities to attract new research projects and foster collaborations

Your Profile

• Advanced degree in Analytical Chemistry, Synthetic Chemistry, Material Science, or a related field with significant experience
• Proven track record in managing a core facility or similar laboratory environment
• Extensive hands‑on experience with relevant instruments, and expertise in analytical techniques, general knowledge of a broad portfolio of characterization techniques; Experience with use and maintenance of the instrumentation
• High level of understanding and proven working knowledge of laboratory regulations, safety standards, and good practice
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with a diverse research community
• Excellent command of the English language (both written and spoken)
• Ability to lead and motivate a team, manage multiple tasks, and adhere to tight deadlines
• Experience in project management and budgeting

ISTA is growing. Grow with us!

Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is a constantly growing international institute for conducting world‑class research in mathematics, computer science, life sciences & physical sciences. We strive to recruit passionate professionals from across the world over all fields who strive to support our goal of excellent research. Located within a beautiful campus on the outskirts of Vienna, we offer multiple opportunities for personal growth in a stable working environment.

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