Postdoc in Chemistry in Cluster of Excellence Circular Bioengineering – Austria

Summary

A full-time Postdoc position in Chemistry is available at the Cluster of Excellence Circular Bioengineering in Vienna, Austria. The role focuses on assessing the environmental impact of circular bioengineering, specifically concerning the aquatic realm, as part of Project PD 4.2 within Program 4, Circular Prospects. The successful candidate will investigate potential environmental issues, document scientific results through publications and presentations, and contribute as a project staff member. Applicants should hold a PhD in Chemistry, possess an outstanding academic record, and have advanced knowledge in environmental chemistry, environmental sciences, or environmental analysis. Excellent English language skills, expertise in academic writing, chemometrics, analytical data interpretation, and visualization are required. The contract is temporary for 22 months, starting on December 1, 2026. The application deadline is October 25, 2026.

Key Facts

Department	Institute of Analytical Chemistry
Position Type	Postdoc
Discipline	Chemistry
Research Area	Environmental Impact of Circular Bioengineering, Aquatic Realm, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Social Ecology
Degree Required	PhD in Chemistry or equivalent
Experience	Recognised Researcher (R2)
Salary	Minimum gross monthly salary according to the B1 salary group according to the Austrian university collective agreement
Funding	Not funded by a EU programme
Contract Duration	22 Months, Full-time, 40h/week
Language	English
Deadline	2026-10-25
Required Documents	Job application, CoE_CB_Postdoc-Application_Form_0.pdf
Employer Address	Muthgasse 18, Vienna, 1190, Austria
Employer Contact	[email protected], [email protected], Phone 014765475002

About the Project

The Cluster of Excellence Circular Bioengineering aims to design sustainable, efficient, and waste-free bio-based materials. This specific project (PD 4.2) is part of Program 4, "Circular Prospects," which investigates novel processes and materials through interdisciplinary collaborations in analytical chemistry, environmental sciences, and social ecology. The project focuses on the investigation and assessment of the potential environmental impact of circular bioengineering, with a particular emphasis on the aquatic realm. This involves exploiting and interpreting analytical results generated within the program.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigation and assessment of potential environmental issues of circular bioengineering exploiting and interpreting the analytical results generated in the program
• Documentation of scientific results and presentations in the form of scientific publications, conference contributions and reports
• Responsibilities, duties and opportunities as a project staff member in the Cluster of Excellence Circular Bioengineering

Required Skills

• PhD in Chemistry
• Outstanding academic record
• Advanced knowledge in one of the following areas: environmental chemistry, environmental sciences, environmental analysis
• Outstanding expertise in academic writing
• Excellent English language skills (spoken and written)
• Excellent skills regarding chemometrics, analytical data interpretation and visualization
• Knowledge of generative AI tools and AI tools to optimize research workflows
• Ability to work independently and scientifically
• Flexibility and willingness to work in an interdisciplinary environment
• High level of resilience
• Effective time management and organizational skills

Who Should Apply

This position is suitable for a recognized researcher (R2) with a PhD in Chemistry and a strong academic background. Candidates should have advanced knowledge in environmental chemistry, environmental sciences, or environmental analysis, and possess excellent skills in academic writing, English, chemometrics, analytical data interpretation, and visualization. The role requires an ability to work independently, flexibly in an interdisciplinary environment, and with high resilience and effective time management.

About the Employer

The Cluster of Excellence Circular Bioengineering is an organization focused on the design of sustainable, efficient, and waste-free bio-based materials. It operates through various programs, including Program 4, "Circular Prospects," which involves interdisciplinary collaborations connecting analytical chemistry, environmental sciences, and social ecology. The position is embedded within this Cluster of Excellence and maintains close ties with research groups developing processes and bio-based materials.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main focus of this Postdoc position?

The main focus is the assessment of the environmental impact of circular bioengineering, with a specific emphasis on the aquatic realm, as part of Project PD 4.2.

What is the required academic qualification for this position?

Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry or an equivalent degree.

What are the key skills required for this role?

Key skills include advanced knowledge in environmental chemistry/sciences/analysis, outstanding academic writing, excellent English, chemometrics, analytical data interpretation, visualization, and knowledge of generative AI tools.

What is the duration of the contract?

The contract is temporary for 22 months, full-time (40 hours per week).

When is the application deadline?

The application deadline is October 25, 2026.

How should I submit my application?

Applications should be sent via email to [email protected], indicating your name and the project/position number in the subject line, and must include the CoE_CB_Postdoc-Application_Form_0.pdf.