University Assistant Predoctoral, Physics

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University Assistant Predoctoral, Physics

Company: Universität Wien


Job description: 51 Faculty of Physics
Startdate: 01.09.2025 | Working hours: 30 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc)
Limited until: 31.08.2029
Reference no.: 4330Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where more than 7,500 academics thrive on curiosity in continuous exploration and help us better understand our world. Does this sound like you? Then join our accomplished team!Your personal sphere of influence:The Computational and Soft Matter Physics Group at the Faculty of Physics invites applications for a praedoc position in the group of Prof. Christoph Dellago. The group develops computer simulation techniques and uses them to study a broad range of condensed matter systems with an emphasis on the statistical mechanics of equilibrium and non-equilibrium processes. Members of the group contribute to the teaching at the Faculty of Physics at all levels from the Bachelor to the Doctoral program. The successful candidate is expected to participate in the research projects of the Dellago Group currently focusing on the development of rare event simulation methods and machine learning approaches to study soft matter systems, nanoparticles, interfaces and phase transitions. The candidate will also contribute to the teaching of the group and take part in other group activities such as the organization of meetings and public outreach.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 declaration.Your future tasks:

  • You are involved in research projects of the group of Prof. Dellago
  • We expect you to finalize your dissertation agreement within 12-18 months
  • You work on your dissertation
  • You hold courses independently within the scope of the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement
  • You are involved in the organisation of scientific meetings

This is part of your personality:

  • MA in physics or chemistry
  • Experience with molecular simulation methods (MD/MC) and, in particular, with rare event simulation approaches
  • Excellent knowledge of statistical physics and machine learning methods
  • Excellent command of written and spoken English
  • Good command of German is a plus

What we offer:Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours and can partially work remotely.
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 3,714,80 (on a full-time basis) increases if we can credit professional experience.
Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!It is that easy to apply:Your application should include

  • Letter of Motivation
  • Curriculum vitae
  • List of publications, evidence of teaching experience (if available)
  • Degree certificates

Apply via our job portal / Apply now – buttonIf you have any questions, please contact:Christoph DellagoWe 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 and . 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.University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365.​Application deadline: 08/13/2025Prae Doc

Expected salary: €3714.8 per month

Location: Wien

Job date: Fri, 25 Jul 2025 02:08:11 GMT

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