Hubert Hettegger

The Institute of Chemistry of Renewable Resources at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), is offering three fully funded PhD positions in the Christian Doppler Laboratory for Cellulose High-Tech Materials. These positions focus on the chemistry, modification, and analysis of cellulose and cellulosic materials, with a strong emphasis on green chemistry, sustainable materials, and renewable resources. The research projects are application-oriented and involve collaboration with industrial partners, addressing advanced topics in cellulose chemistry, cellulose modification, biorefinery chemistry, and analytical methods. The positions are based at UFT Tulln and offer access to excellent research facilities. The contract is for three years at 30 hours per week, with a competitive gross salary of approximately €2,832 per month (paid 14 times per year), including comprehensive social, health, and pension insurance benefits. The research group is dedicated to exploring innovative and sustainable solutions in the field of chemistry, focusing on the recycling and regeneration of process chemicals and modern methods in green chemistry. Applicants should have a Master's degree in chemistry, biotechnology, or a related field, with strong knowledge in organic and analytical chemistry. Additional requirements include independent research skills, scientific reporting, effective communication, presentation abilities, and teamwork. The positions are ideal for candidates interested in advancing their expertise in cellulose chemistry, sustainable materials, and green processes. To apply, candidates should send a short CV to Ass.Prof. Dr. Hubert Hettegger at [email protected]. The application window is open for positions starting in September/October 2026. For more information, candidates can visit the BOKU Institute of Chemistry of Renewable Resources or contact the supervisor directly.

The University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), through its Institute of Chemistry of Renewable Resources, is offering three fully-funded PhD positions in the Christian Doppler Laboratory for Cellulose High-Tech Materials. The research group focuses on the chemistry, modification, and analysis of cellulose and cellulosic materials, with an emphasis on biorefinery chemistry, recycling, and regeneration of process chemicals, as well as modern methods and reactions in the field of Green Chemistry. Applicants should have a master's degree in chemistry, biotechnology, or a related field, with strong knowledge of organic and analytical chemistry. The ideal candidate will possess skills in independent research, scientific reporting, presentation, communication, and teamwork. The research topics for these PhD positions are application-oriented and involve fundamental research in cellulose high-tech materials, including collaboration with industrial partners on various aspects of cellulose chemistry, modification, analysis, and biorefinery chemistry. The positions are fully funded for three years, with a 30-hour work week and a competitive gross salary of approximately 2,832 EUR per month (paid 14 times per year). The package includes social, health, and pension insurance benefits, and access to excellent research facilities. The anticipated start date is September/October 2026. To apply, interested candidates should send a short CV and may contact Ass. Prof. Dr. Hubert Hettegger at [email protected] for further questions or to submit their application. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in cellulose chemistry, high-tech materials, and green chemistry to join a leading research group in Austria.