University Assistant Postdoctoral Researcher: The Computational Drug Discovery and Design Group (COMP3D) at the University of Vienna seeks a dynamic and research-oriented University Assistant Postdoctoral researcher to contribute to innovative projects in chemoinformatics and computer-aided molecular design.
Designation
Position: University Assistant Postdoctoral
Faculty: Faculty of Life Sciences
Job ID: 3773
Contract Type: Limited contract (initially 3 years, extendable to 6 years)
Location
University of Vienna, Austria
Eligibility/Qualification
- Completed doctoral/PhD studies in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Chemoinformatics, Computer Science, Computational Science, or a related field, or imminent completion of these studies.
- Established experience in chemoinformatics and computer-aided molecular design.
- Proven research competence and initiative through international publications in reputable conferences or journals.
- Excellent written and spoken English skills; capacity to teach in German is a strong plus.
- Experience in research management and supervision.
- Strong social and communicative skills.
Job Description
As a postdoctoral researcher, you will:
- Develop an independent research profile in chemoinformatics and computer-aided molecular design related to drug discovery.
- Lead and guide multidisciplinary projects in hit identification, hit-to-lead, and lead optimization.
- Play a key role in the research and management of the COMP3D group.
- Supervise research conducted by master’s and doctoral students.
- Contribute to teaching activities within the department.
- Publish research findings internationally and deliver presentations.
- Apply for projects and raise third-party funding.
Research Area
Chemoinformatics and computer-aided molecular design in drug discovery.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit the following documents:
- Scientific CV, including links to DBLP, scholarly profiles, and code repositories
- List of publications and presentations
- Motivation letter outlining your research interests and suitability for the position
- Documentation of the doctoral degree or confirmation of defense date
- Additional qualifications certificates
- Abstract of your doctoral thesis
- Contact details for references
Applications can be made via the job portal on the University of Vienna’s website by clicking the “Apply Now” button.
Last Date to Apply
Application deadline: 16.05.2025
Join us in advancing the field of drug discovery through innovative computational methods at the University of Vienna, a leading institution in academic research since 1365.
