Senior Scientist (Post-Doc) 2026/0010

EURAXESS Ireland; Wien; Vor Ort; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research university in Vienna is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to lead research in infectiology focused on influenza and emerging infections. The role involves developing innovative in-vitro models, supervising students, securing third-party funding, and teaching. Candidates should hold a PhD in molecular biology or a related field with strong experience in influenza research. This is a full-time permanent position with an application deadline of January 31, 2026.

Qualifikationen

• PhD or equivalent in molecular biology with a focus on immunology/viral oncology or virology.
• Excellent German skills and good English skills required.
• Strong experience in researching influenza and emerging infections.

Aufgaben

• Lead research in infectiology focusing on influenza and emerging infections.
• Develop innovative in-vitro models and help establish a BSL3 group.
• Supervise doctoral and diploma students, teach, and help secure funding.

Kenntnisse

Experience in human/animal influenza

Reverse genetics and eight-plasmid technology

HPV/BPV detection and characterization

Vaccine R&D

Teaching/supervision experience

Excellent teamwork

Communication skills

Independent mindset

Ausbildung

PhD or equivalent in molecular biology with a focus on immunology/viral oncology or virology

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company Veterinärmedizinische Universität Wien (University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna) Department Human Resources Research Field Medical sciences » Veterinary medicine Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 31 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna) Country Austria Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 21 Jan 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number 2026/0010 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Job Summary/offer: Lead research in infectiology with a focus on influenza, papillomaviruses, and emerging infections. You will develop innovative in‑vitro models, help establish a BSL3 group, supervise doctoral and diploma students, teach and examine, secure third‑party funding, publish, prepare reports, and support teaching and administration. You have a molecular biology degree (immunology/viral oncology/virology) and a PhD, plus B2 English and German. You bring strong experience in human/animal influenza, reverse genetics and eight‑plasmid technology for live‑attenuated strains, and HPV/BPV detection and characterization in vivo, ex vivo, and 2D/3D models. Preferred: vaccine R&D, human/animal immunology, 3D and live‑cell imaging; teaching/supervision experience; excellent teamwork, communication, reliability; independent, solution‑oriented mindset.

Main Research Field: Emerging infections in animals and humans

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Research Field Medical sciences » Veterinary medicine Education Level PhD or equivalent

Specific Requirements

Degree in molecular biology with a focus on immunology/viral oncology or virology, as well as a doctorate (Dr. or PhD)

Languages GERMAN Level Excellent

Languages ENGLISH Level Good

Research Field Medical sciences » Veterinary medicine

Additional Information

Additional comments

Career Stage: Experienced Researcher (Post-Doc)

Research Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)

Only the German version of the job advertisement is binding.

The English version is for information purpose only.