At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an 

University assistant predoctoral 

52 Faculty of Chemistry  

Job vacancy starting: 05/01/2026 (MM-DD-YYYY) | Working hours:  30,00  | Classification CBA: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) 

Limited contract until: 04/30/2030

Job ID: 5392

More than 7,500 academics at the University of Vienna thrive on continuous exploration and curiosity and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!
 

Your personal sphere of influence:

The Organic Synthesis Group of Prof. Maulide in the Faculty of Chemistry at the University of Vienna is currently seeking a PhD student with research experience in organic chemistry and natural product synthesis for 4 years temporary employment relationship. 

Our Team currently consists of 11 post docs, 13 prae docs, 2 senior scientists and administrative colleagues.

The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declation. 

Your future tasks:

You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:

• Studies on the stereoselective preparation of organic compounds. Special emphasis on the development of new synthetic reactions and reaction sequences, with an emphasis on redox-neutral amination reactions, transition metal-catalyzed reactions for functional group interconversion, hydride transfer reactions, alkaloid synthesis, and rearrangement reactions. 
• We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months.
• You work on your dissertation and its completion.
• You teach within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.
• You take on administrative tasks in research, teaching and administration and have experience in academic writing.
• IT user skills: e.g. Microsoft Office, ChemOffice.
• You communicate in English (written and spoken).

This is part of your personality:

• Completed Master's degree or Diploma, in the field of Chemistry with profound knowledge and practical experience in the field of Organic Synthesis.
• Ability to work independently in the field of organic synthesis, including working under inert atmosphere.
• Experience with the chemistry of (poly)amines and alkaloid-like structures, as well as macrocyclizations.
• Experience with hydroamination and hydroaminoalkylation, both under metal catalysis and metal-free conditions.
• Experience with photoredox catalysis and photoreductions using organic catalysts.
• Experience with hydride transfer reactions and Lewis-acid catalysis for the synthesis of polycyclic amines.
• Experience with the synthesis of polyaromatic hydrocarbons is desirable.
• Experience with sigmatropic rearrangement reactions is desirable.
• Experience with methods for transition metal-catalyzed trifluoromethylation is desirable.

What we offer:

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 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 3.776,10 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.

Contract: The employment duration is 4 years. Initially limited to 1.5 years, the employment relationship is automatically extended to 4 years if the employer does not terminate it within the first 12 months by submitting a non-extension declation. 

Equal opportunities for everyone: We look forward to diverse personalities in the team!

It is that easy to apply:

• With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intent
• With your letter of motivation incl. research interest
• Master Degree  /  Diploma
• List of publications
• evidence of teaching experience (if available)
• Via our  job portal/ Apply now -  button

If you have any questions, please contact:

Nuno Maulide  

nuno.maulide@univie.ac.at

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 lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and in academic positions among the academic and general university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

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​Application deadline: 03/27/2026 (MM-DD-YYYY)