University asssitant without doctorate (m/f/d)

Department of Chemistry

·        Application deadline 29.05.2025

·        Salary Category B1 without PhD

·        Salary per Year (Full Time) € 52,007.20

·        Employment Start September 2025

·        Hours per week 30 h/w

·        Duration of Contract Temporary employment

·        Temporary Employment 4 years

Your Responsibilities

• Characterization of single molecules on surfaces by scanning tunnelling and atomic force microscopy
• Manipulation of functional molecules (e.g. switches or motors) on surfaces
• Study the electronic structure and chemical properties of molecules by photoemission spectroscopy
• Investigation of physical and chemical processes of single molecules
• Writing a relevant dissertation at the University of Graz
• Independent teaching of courses and participation in teaching and examination tasks of the institute of chemistry
• Supervision of students
• Participation in organizational and administrative tasks as well as in evaluation measures

Your Profile

• Completed diploma or master’s degree in the area of chemistry or physics (or related subjects)
• Experience in at least one of the following areas is desired: surface science, scanning probe microscopy, ultra-high-vacuum or low-temperature techniques
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English
• Knowledge of German, both written and spoken, is an advantage
• High level of commitment and motivation for scientific work
• High degree of personal responsibility and ability to cooperate
• Ability to communicate and work in a team

The following documents are required for a complete application:

• Letter of motivation and academic CV
• Complete proof of completion of the degree program required in the call for applications
• Proof of the language skills, required in the curriculum, if the doctoral program is not completed in the first language.

We offer an annual gross salary of € 52,007.20 for a fulltime position.

We Offer

About us

At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!

Contact

Univ.-Prof. Dr. Leonhard Grill; Tel: +43 (0)316 380 - 5412

Institute Website

The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.

Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position.

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