PhD: Environmental Polymer Degradation by Soil Enzymes

University of Vienna

Wien

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EUR 38,000 - 46,000

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Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded PhD (3 years)

Living in Vienna

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Job summary

The University of Vienna invites applications for a PhD student position within the MSCA Doctoral Network Agripolys to analyze polymer degradation by soil enzymes. The project is hosted by the CeMESS group and aims to decipher biodegradation pathways using high-resolution mass spectrometry.

The role includes experimental work, method development, and international dissemination of results. We offer a fully funded position (3 years) under the collective bargaining agreement with a competitive

Qualifications

Master’s degree in analytical chemistry, polymer chemistry, biochemistry, environmental chemistry, food chemistry, microbiology, or a closely related field.
Fluent in English (C1) for research communication.
Lab experience in one or several relevant fields is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

Development and completion of a dissertation within the AGRIPOLYS project.
Participation in the AGRIPOLYS project through experiments and development of analytical methods.
Publication and presentation of research in international journals and conferences.
Support in administrative tasks in research and administration.