University Assistant postdoctoral in Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science

University of Vienna; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote/hybrid work

Professional development

Job summary

The University of Vienna’s CeMESS seeks a postdoctoral researcher to join the nitrification group. The role focuses on designing enrichment and isolation strategies for ammonia and nitrite oxidizers, applying PCR-based methods and FISH with microscopy, and pursuing cultivation and physiological assays of nitrifiers.

Located in the heart of Vienna, the position offers flexible hours, potential remote/hybrid work, and a supportive international research environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing successful enrichment strategies for ammonia and nitrite oxidizers.
• Expertise in applying various molecular techniques such as PCR-based methods and fluorescence in situ hybridization combined with microscopy.
• Experience in cultivation and physiological assays to study the metabolism of nitrifiers.
• Hands-on experience in single-cell separation techniques such as FACS or microdroplet is considered a plus.
• PhD in a relevant field

Responsibilities

• Experience in developing successful enrichment strategies for ammonia and nitrite oxidizers.
• Expertise in applying various molecular techniques such as PCR-based methods and fluorescence in situ hybridization combined with microscopy.
• Experience in cultivation and physiological assays to study the metabolism of nitrifiers.
• Hands-on experience in single-cell separation techniques such as FACS or microdroplet is considered a plus.

Skills

Enrichment strategies

PCR-based methods

FISH

Single-cell separation

Education

PhD in relevant field

Tools

FACS

Microscopy

Job description

University Assistant postdoctoral

91 Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science

Startdate: 01.02.2027 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)

Reference no.: 6271

At the University of Vienna almost 11,000 personalities work together towards answering the big questions of the future. Around 7,700 of them do research and teaching, around 3,000 work in administration and organisation. We are looking for a/an

The Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science (CeMESS) at the University of Vienna conducts basic research on the structure and function of microbiomes at an internationally leading level. We are looking for a post postdoctoral researcher to support our nitrification team.

The Division of Microbiology and Ecosystem Science (DoME, https://dome.univie.ac.at/) is seeking a postdoctoral researcher. The focus will be on the design and implementation of innovative enrichment and isolation strategies working as part of the nitrification research group. Our group focuses on various aspects of nitrification, ranging from ecology of different clades, physiology of certain strains to biochemistry of specific enzymes.

Your future tasks:

• Experience in developing successful enrichment strategies for ammonia and nitrite oxidizers.
• Expertise in applying various molecular techniques such as PCR-based methods and fluorescence in situ hybridization combined with microscopy.
• Experience in cultivation and physiological assays to study the metabolism of nitrifiers.
• Hands-on experience in single-cell separation techniques such as FACS or microdroplet is considered a plus.
• Phd in a relevant field

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible family-friendly working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

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 5.014,30 (on full-time basis,14 times a year) increases if we can credit professional experience.

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 new personality to the team!

• Your application should consist of a letter of motivation (1-2 pages), the letter of motivation should address the stated qualifications for the position, relevant experience and research interests
• your CV including a publication list, university certificate(s) including grades and contact information of two references.
• Doctoral Degree

If you have any content questions, please contact:

Elisabeth Maaß

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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 and diversity .

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: 10/30/2026

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