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PhD Candidate in Physics: Label-Free Super-Resolution Microscopy at University of Vienna University of Vienna in Austria

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

This is a well-funded 3-year predoctoral PhD position at the University of Vienna. The salary is EUR 3,776.10 gross per month on a full-time basis, paid 14 times per year, with possible increases for credited professional experience. The position is initially limited to 1.5 years and is automatically extended to 3 years if not terminated within the first 12 months.

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Oct 4, 2026

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Austria

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Universität Wien

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Keywords

Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
Experimental Physics
Biophysics
Biology
Microscopy
Optics
Super-resolution Microscopy
Quantum Optics
Bioscience
Physics

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University Assistant Predoctoral / PhD Candidate in Physics at the University of Vienna, working with the Quantum Optics and Microscopy team around Professor Thomas Juffmann.

This 3-year predoctoral position is centered on label-free super-resolution microscopy and advanced imaging experiments with applications in biosciences. The group is part of the Quantum Science group, affiliated with the Vienna Center for Quantum Science and Technology (VCQ), the Austrian Cluster of Excellence quantA, and the Max Perutz Labs. The research environment is interdisciplinary, spanning physics, optics, microscopy, quantum optics, and biophysics.

The role includes active participation in research, teaching, and administration. The successful candidate will contribute to a specific well-funded project, present a research plan, complete a dissertation agreement within 12–18 months, and work toward a PhD dissertation. Teaching duties may include lab courses and exercise classes. The post also involves publications, conference presentations, and outreach.

Eligibility highlights include a completed Master’s degree or Diploma in physics, experience in chemistry relevant to DNA molecules and fluorophores, and a strong background in experimental optics/microscopy. Preferred skills include Zemax, CAD, Python, IMSwitch, PiScat, and experience with DNA-origami and DNA-PAINT assays. Excellent English is required.

Funding details: the position is paid at a gross salary of EUR 3,776.10 per month on a full-time basis, 14 times per year, with salary progression possible based on prior experience. The employment duration is 3 years, initially limited to 1.5 years and extendable automatically if not terminated in the first 12 months.

Application deadline: 2026-10-04. To apply, prepare a scientific CV, a one-page motivation letter, a summary of achievements, a short statement of future research interests, and contact details for two referees. Use the application link in the posting or contact Thomas Juffmann by email for questions.

Funding details

This is a well-funded 3-year predoctoral PhD position at the University of Vienna. The salary is EUR 3,776.10 gross per month on a full-time basis, paid 14 times per year, with possible increases for credited professional experience. The position is initially limited to 1.5 years and is automatically extended to 3 years if not terminated within the first 12 months.

What's required

Applicants must have completed a Master's degree or Diploma in physics. Experience in chemistry is expected, such as a bachelor’s degree or completed relevant courses for work with DNA molecules and fluorophores. A successful track record in experimental optics/microscopy, ideally including a peer-reviewed publication, is required. Preferred experience includes experiment design software (e.g. Zemax, CAD), experiment control and data analysis software (Python, IMSwitch, PiScat), and DNA-origami/DNA-PAINT assays. Excellent written and spoken English is required.

How to apply

Prepare a scientific CV, a motivation letter (max 1 page), a summary of academic and research achievements, a short statement on future research interests, and contact details for 2 referees. Submit these materials through the application link provided in the posting.

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