• Job ID: 4409
• Supervisor and contact: Ass.-Prof. Dr. Ulrich Lächelt, Email
• Employment: 30 hours/week; the contract duration is 4 years, initially limited to 1.5 year; job grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement (§48 VwGr. B1, Grundstufe praedoc €3,714.80 gross/month based on full-time of 40 hours).
• In brief: The group Intracellular Drug Delivery (Ass.-Prof. Dr. Ulrich Lächelt) at the Division of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmaceutics is working on carrier systems for the transport of therapeutics across cellular barriers. The main field of research is the application of therapeutic biomolecules. Nucleic acids and genome-editing components enable precise interference with cellular processes, which can be utilized for the treatment of diseases. Unfortunately, biomolecules generally do not reach intracellular sites of action efficiently and therefore require suitable delivery systems for the transport across cellular barriers.
  We are looking for an applicant for a PhD position with solid knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry and biochemistry as well as enthusiasm for reserarch activities in the field of nanobiotechnology.
  The responsibilities of the future PhD student include synthesis of novel carrier materials for biomolecules, production and characterization of nanoformulations, as well as their evaluation in biological systems. In addition to research activities, participation in teaching and involvement in courses are expected.
• Full details and application via the Job Portal of the University of Vienna the latest on 7 August 2025.

• Job ID: 4226
• Supervisor and contact: Univ.-Prof. Dr. Daniel König, Email
  
• Employment: 30 hours/week, job grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement (§48 VwGr. B1, Grundstufe, praedoc)
• In brief: As part of the interdisciplinary "AAAging" study, the relationship between physical training and nutrient supplementation is being investigated. This multi-arm interventional study investigates the long-term impact of nutrients in combination with physical activity on cognitive and physical performance. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a committed University Assistant (prae doc) with an interest in aging-related health research.
  Your area of responsibility includes study coordination, i.e., the supervision of study participants, the organization of training interventions, as well as the collection, documentation, analysis, and publication of physiological and mental performance indicators.
  In addition, active participation in teaching and administration is expected.
• Details and application via the Job Portal of the University of Vienna, the latest on 15 August 2025.

• Job ID: 4304
• Supervisor and contact: Univ.-Prof. Dr. Daniel König, Email
• Employment: 30 hours/week, 3 years, job grading in accordance with collective bargaining agreement (§48 VwGr. B1, Grundstufe, praedoc).
• In brief: We are seeking a dedicated PhD student to participate in interventional human studies investigating the effects of specific collagen peptides on cognitive functions, functional joint health, osteoporosis, and their optimal dosage. You will work at the exciting interface between clinical data collection and sports and nutritional research in human studies.
• Details and application via the Job Portal of the University of Vienna the latest on 15 August 2025.

Equal opportunity, diversity and anti-discrimination

The University of Vienna has an anti-discriminatory employment policy and attached great importance to equal opportunities, the advancement of women and diversity. We lay special emphasis on increasing the number of women in senior and academic positions among the academic and generic university staff and therefore expressly encourage qualified women to apply. Given equal qualifications, preference will be given to female candidates.

The Human Resources and Gender Equality Office of the University of Vienna provides services that aim to ensure equal opportunities for all members of the university.

Within this framework, the VDS-PhaNuSpo strives to strengthen equal opportunity and career development, independent of gender, nationality, disabilities, sexual preferences or religion, and to support compatibility between family and work/ training.