Senior Lecturer (instructional teaching) in organic chemistry

Universität Wien; Wien; Sur place; EUR 39 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

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International academic team

Excellent transport links in Vienna

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Résumé du poste

University of Vienna seeks a Senior Lecturer & Researcher in organic chemistry to lead and develop teaching and laboratory courses for the Chemistry bachelor's program and related programs such as Biology and Nutritional Science.

The role involves teaching, research, and administrative duties, with emphasis on practical organic synthesis and safety, plus enhancing e-learning and didactic skills. The position is based in Vienna with good transport access.

Qualifications

• Completed Master's/Diploma programme in the field of chemistry.
• Several years of independent teaching experience at a post-secondary educational institution.
• Enthusiasm for passing on knowledge and for university teaching.
• Didactic skills / experience in e-learning.
• Very good knowledge of German.
• You are a team player with good social/communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Teaching at Bachelor's level in Chemistry.
• Lead and coordinate laboratory courses in Chemistry and related programs.
• Participate in revising current knowledge and engage in didactic training.
• Participate in administrative activities related to teaching and organisation.

Connaissances

Didactic skills

E-learning experience

German language proficiency

Team player

Formation

Master's / Diploma in Chemistry

Description du poste

Your workplace:

As a Senior Lecturer, you will be employed in the field of organic chemistry. The focus of your work is on the organization, further development and teaching of courses especially organic chemistry laboratory courses in the Bachelor of chemistry program as well as other Bachelor's degree programs such as Biology and Nutritional Science. You will play a key role in the practical introduction of students to a broad spectrum of organic synthesis methods as well as in strengthening their ability to practically apply their theoretical knowledge. Experience and knowledge in organic synthesis, teaching laboratory courses, laboratory safety measures as well as competency in using E-learning tools are required to fulfill the tasks.

The employment level of 40 hours/week includes an average teaching obligation of 24 semester hours per week of instructive teaching per semester.

Your future tasks:

You are actively involved in teaching, research and administration. This means:

• As a Senior Lecturer, you will be involved in teaching at Bachelor's level in the area of Chemistry.

• The core tasks include collaboration in and leadership of laboratory courses in the Bachelor's degree programs of Chemistry as well as other Bachelor's degree programs such as Biology and Nutritional Science. The focus here is on providing guidance to students during wet chemical experiments depending on their state of knowledge (beginner and advanced level as well as specialization in the elective laboratory course.

• The ongoing revision of the current state of science as well as further didactic training are expected.

• In addition, the participation in administrative activities, especially in the administration and organisation of teaching, is part of the job description.

What we expect:

We are looking for people who see university teaching as an interesting and challenging professional field.
Admission requirements:

• Completed Master's/Diploma programme in the field of chemistry
• Several years of independent teaching experience at a post-secondary educational institution
• Enthusiasm for passing on knowledge and for university teaching
• Didactic skills / experience in e-learning
• Very good knowledge of German
• You are a team player with good social/communication skills

What we offer:

Inspiring working atmosphere: You will be part of an international academic team with excellent research infrastructure, dedicated colleagues and students who want to learn from you.

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.

Fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 3.836, 10 (on a fulltime basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Contract: In case of a positive evaluation at the end of the fixed-term period of 4 years, the position will be changed to a permanent position.

Get off to a great start in your new job: the Welcome Compass helps you settle into your new role at the University of Vienna and life in Vienna.

Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!

If you have any questions, please contact:

Davide Bonifazi

[e-mail]

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 anddiversity. 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.

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Application deadline:11/20/2026

(Senior) Lecturer & Researcher