Pooled Spring Call for PhD: The Vienna Doctoral School in Chemistry (DoSChem) at the University of Vienna is pleased to announce its annual pooled spring call for doctoral training in chemistry. Offering 17 fully funded PhD positions, this opportunity invites candidates to contribute to cutting-edge research across all areas of chemistry. Join our vibrant academic community and embark on a rewarding journey towards a doctoral degree.
Vienna Doctoral School in Chemistry (DoSChem) – 2024 Pooled Spring Call for Fully Funded PhD Positions
🎓 Vienna Doctoral School in Chemistry Offers:
- 17 fully funded PhD positions available between early summer and end of 2024.
- All positions available for 3 years with extension options, subject to approval after 1 year.
- Non-discriminatory employment policy, emphasizing equal opportunities and diversity.
📋 Expectations for Successful Candidates:
- Sign a doctoral thesis agreement within 12 months.
- Participate in teaching as defined by the collective agreement.
- Work in a team, supervise students, organize symposia, and present results internationally.
- Proficiency in English required, German advantageous.
- Strong communication, data presentation, and visualization skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Involvement in research administration and teaching activities.
🔬 Open Positions Overview:
- Analytical Chemistry (1), Biological Chemistry (2), Biophysical Chemistry (3), Computational Biological Chemistry/Food Chemistry and Toxicology (1), Food Chemistry and Toxicology (2), Functional Materials and Catalysis (1), Organic Chemistry (5), Physical Chemistry (1), Structural and Computational Biology (1), Inorganic Chemistry (1).
🔍 Highlights of Some Positions:
- Analytical Chemistry: AI-based bioprocess modeling.
- Biological Chemistry: Synthesis of modified peptides, protein expression, and analysis.
- Chemical Biology: Neuropeptide research with a focus on therapeutic development.
- Computational Biological Chemistry/Food Chemistry: Study of bacterial metabolites’ impact on bladder epithelium.
- Food Chemistry and Exposomics: Research on the impact of toxicants on human health.
- Food Toxicology: Research on the toxicity of mycotoxins and their precursors.
- Organic Chemistry: Positions in synthetic organic chemistry, methodology development, and cluster of excellence projects.
- Physical Chemistry: Spectroscopic studies relevant to atmospheric chemistry and catalytic reactions.
- Structural Biology: Characterization of proteins involved in RNA metabolism.
- Inorganic Chemistry: Development of radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic and therapeutic applications in nuclear medicine.
Study Area: Chemistry (All Areas)
Location: University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
Eligibility/Qualification: Applicants must hold a relevant academic degree in chemistry or a related field. Proficiency in English is required, while knowledge of German is advantageous. Successful candidates will possess strong communication, data presentation, and visualization skills, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. They should also demonstrate a commitment to participating in teaching, research administration, and presenting their work at international conferences.
Description: The Vienna Doctoral School in Chemistry (DoSChem) invites applications for 17 fully funded PhD positions to be filled between early summer and the end of 2024. Advertised positions are available for three years with options for extension, subject to approval after the first year. The school promotes a non-discriminatory employment policy and values equal opportunities and diversity. Successful candidates will be expected to sign a doctoral thesis agreement within 12 months of starting their appointment, participate in teaching, supervise students, contribute to research administration, and present their findings in publications and at international conferences. The language of instruction is English.
How to Apply: To apply, candidates should visit the DoSChem website and access the current project descriptions. The application process includes submitting the required paperwork by the closing date of April 14th. Applicants will be informed of pre-selection meetings in mid-May, followed by student interview days in mid to late May. Final selection meetings will take place in June, with offers sent out by mid to late June. Successful candidates must accept offers by the end of June or July. The 2024 cohort is expected to commence in the summer or fall of 2024.
Last Date: The application deadline is April 14th, 2024. Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications promptly to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
