PhD candidate (Life Sciences)

Your personal sphere of influence:As a university assistant prae doc, you will take over tasks like:Planning and execution of empirical studies. Publication of research results in international scientific journals. Presentation of research results at national and international conferences. Participation in the acquisition of new research projects. Participation in the group\’s administration and teaching activities. Your future tasks:You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:You are involved in research projects and scientific studies.You conduct research related to the analysis of neuronal networks in the Drosophila brain.You work on your dissertation and its completion.You engage in teaching (independent and/or in a team) as defined by the collective agreement. You are involved in the organization of meetings, conferences, and symposiums. You collaborate with international experts in the field of trauma and traumatic sequelae.You participate in the Vienna Doctoral School in Cognition, Behaviour and Neuroscience (VDS CoBeNe). This is part of your personality:Must-haves:Completed Master\’s/Diploma degree in the field of biologyFirst practice in scientific writing and with molecular-genetic research methodsDidactic skills / experience in e-learningStrong IT user skills, including MS Office and other programs e.g. photoshopHigh-resolution confocal imaging experienceBasic programming skillsExcellent knowledge of Drosophila geneticsVery good ability to explain research methodology and present research findings in a structured wayAbility to work independently and as part of a teamFlexibility, willingness to learn and travelExcellent command of written and spoken EnglishNice to have:Knowledge of academic processes and structuresTeaching experience in courses for Master\’s students What we offer:Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible, family-friendly working hours, remote/hybrid (upon agreement).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 in the center of beautiful Vienna 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 3714,80 (on a full-time basis, paid 14 times a year) 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 declaration. Job grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement: 48 VwGr. B1 Grundstufe (praedoc) with relevant work experience determining the assignment to a particular salary grade (Salary scheme).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 the summary of your research interests/ your dissertation concept (max. 2 pages)Degree certificates (master\’s/ diploma)Via our job portal/ Apply now – buttonIf you have any questions, please contact:Univ.-Prof. Dr. Thomas 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.University of Vienna. Space for personalities. Since 1365.Data protection Application deadline: 10/26/2025 Prae Doc Apply now