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Fully Funded PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry and Homogeneous Catalysis at University of Vienna University of Vienna in Austria
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
The position is fully funded for 3 years with a possible 1-year extension. Salary is according to the collective bargaining agreement (§48 VwGr. B1). Funding covers stipend and tuition. Additional benefits include structured doctoral programs, research infrastructure, and career development support.
Deadline
Expired
Country
Austria
University
Universität Wien
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About this position
The Mateos Lab at the University of Vienna is offering a fully funded PhD position in Synthetic Organic Chemistry, with a focus on homogeneous catalysis. The research will be integrated into ongoing projects on organoselenium reactivity, catalytic strategy, and reaction mechanism analysis. The group is particularly interested in candidates with backgrounds in radical chemistry, air-sensitive/glovebox techniques, photocatalysis, and main-group reactivity or catalysis.
The University of Vienna is a leading institution in Europe, providing excellent research infrastructure, first-class supervision, and a vibrant scientific community. Doctoral candidates benefit from structured doctoral programmes, opportunities for international collaboration, scientific publishing, and comprehensive professional and career development support. The position is part of the University of Vienna's STEM Call 2026, which offers more than 40 fully funded doctoral positions in Life Sciences and Natural Sciences, including Chemistry, Computer Sciences, Ecology and Evolution, Microbiology and Environmental Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Nutritional and Sport Sciences, and Physics.
The PhD position is fully funded for 3 years, with a possible 1-year extension, and the salary is according to the collective bargaining agreement (§48 VwGr. B1). The application period is from March 2 to March 27, 2026, and applications must be submitted online in English via the University of Vienna's central portal. Applicants should have completed or be about to complete a relevant diploma or master’s degree by the start of employment and should demonstrate a strong academic track record. Motivation, research interest, and relevant laboratory experience are advantageous.
For more information about the Mateos Lab, visit mateoslab.com. For details on the application process and to apply, see the official call at careers.univie.ac.at. This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious candidates eager to contribute to high-quality research in synthetic organic chemistry and catalysis at a top European university.
Funding details
The position is fully funded for 3 years with a possible 1-year extension. Salary is according to the collective bargaining agreement (§48 VwGr. B1). Funding covers stipend and tuition. Additional benefits include structured doctoral programs, research infrastructure, and career development support.
What's required
Applicants must have completed or be about to complete a subject-related diploma or master’s degree (e.g., in Chemistry or a closely related field) by the start of employment. Strong academic track record is required. Backgrounds of particular interest include radical chemistry, air-sensitive/glovebox techniques, photocatalysis, and main-group reactivity or catalysis. Applications must be submitted in English via the official online portal. Motivation, research interest, and relevant laboratory experience are advantageous.
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Assistant Professor
Austria
Research Interests
Inorganic Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Homogeneous Catalysis
Radical Chemistry
Photoelectrocatalysis
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