Your personal sphere of influence:We invite applications for one PhD position in the Institute of Materials Chemistry & Research, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Vienna, associated with the Green Cycles of Renewable Materials program of the FWF-funded Cluster of Excellence - Circular Bioengineering. The position will focus on controlling the assembly of biopolymer colloids, we aim to end-functionalise biopolymer oligomers with carefully controlled polymer grafts to tailor associate dimensions and chemistry.Your future tasks:You actively participate in research, teaching & administration, which means:Synthesise end-functionalised biopolymers.Control polymer colloid formation in aqueous salt solutions.Understand the impact of biopolymer associate architecture on solution properties.Investigate the effect of a biopolymer associate on drag reduction.Supervision of Bachelor and Master students This is part of your personality:Completed Master's degree or Diploma, in ChemistryExperience in polymer synthesis and material characterizationStrong analytical skills, including chemical, morphological and physical characterizationAbility to work both independently and in a collaborative environmentExcellent communication skills in both German and English (written and spoken)Desirable Expertise:Familiiarity with colloidal systems and their characterization 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 3.776,10 (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:With your scientific curriculum vitae / letter of intentWith your summary of research interests / ideas for a prospective doctoral project proposal (max. X p.)Master Degree / DiplomaVia our job portal/ Apply now - buttonIf you have any questions, please contact:Alexander Bismarck alexander.bismarck@univie.ac.atWe 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 place particular emphasis on enhancing women’s representation among the academic and general university staff, particularly in leadership roles, 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 protectionApplication deadline: 05/04/2026 Apply now