University assistant without doctorate (m/f/d)

Organisation/Company University of Graz Department Department of Chemistry Research Field Chemistry Computer science Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Country Austria Application Deadline 13 May 2025 - 23:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Part-time Hours Per Week 30 Offer Starting Date 1 Jun 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number 646 / 2025 / 1400 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Your Responsibilities

• Research in the area of AI-driven chemistry, at the interface between chemistry and computer science
• Research in the area of sustainable catalysis and green chemistry
• Automated high throughput catalyst screening with advanced equipment and methodology
• The assembly and operation of a ChemSpeed device for catalyst development
• Integration of analytical techniques with ChemSpeed device according to company guidance
• Development of computer driven approaches for data processing and data mining
• Database development for automated approaches in catalysis
• Integration of AI/ML methods with catalyst development under guidance
• Study of AI/ML methods for the development of catalytic biomass depolymerization
• Preparation and writing of high impact scientific publications
• Cooperation within the‘Institute for Chemistry’ (University of Graz), Graz Technological University (TU Graz) as well as national/international collaboration with academic/industry partners
• Organizational and administrative duties include primarily the maintenance of the Chem Speed device and coupled analytical and computer equipment
• Writing a relevant dissertation at the University of Graz
• Independent teaching of courses and participation in teaching and examination tasks of the institute of chemistrty
• Supervision of students
• Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as in evaluation measures

Your Profile

• Completed master’s degree in the area of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related areas
• Experience with sustainable catalysis and work with renewable resources
• Ample laboratory experience in the sustainable catalysis and green chemistry research fields
• Knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry methods related to renewable resources
• Knowledge in computer-based approaches, informatics, programming
• Good knowledge of several analytical techniques
• Experience with advanced/automated data processing
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English
• High level of commitment and motivation for scientific work
• High degree of personal responsibility and ability to cooperate
• Ability to communicate and work in a team
• Motivation to perform research in the area of AI-driven chemistry, in particular at the interdisciplinary interface between chemistry and computer science.

The following documents are required for a complete application:

• Letter of motivation and academic CV
• Complete proof of completion of the degree program required in the call for applications
• Proof of the language skills, required in the curriculum, if the doctoral program is not completed in the first language.

We Offer

• Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
• Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
• Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
• Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
• Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity is lived.
• Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.

We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 52,007.20 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

Equality Principle

The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.

Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position.

About us

At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!

• Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
• Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
• Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
• Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
• Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity is lived.
• Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.