Nuno Maulide

University of Vienna is advertising a PhD / predoctoral position in the Faculty of Chemistry within the Organic Synthesis research group of Univ.-Prof. Dr. Nuno Maulide . The project focuses on organic synthesis , stereoselective synthesis , and natural product synthesis , with research topics including chirality transfer reactions, conjugated addition, electrophilic activation of alkenes, photochemical reactions, in situ IR reaction monitoring, and vinylsilane chemistry. This is a 3-year fixed-term paid university employment (30 hours/week) under the collective agreement for a predoctoral university assistant. The stated basic salary is EUR 3,776.10 on a full-time basis, with possible adjustment for relevant professional experience. Eligibility highlights: completed Master's/Diploma degree in Chemistry; strong theoretical and practical background in Organic Chemistry; ability to plan and carry out syntheses independently; excellent English; IT skills such as Microsoft Office and ChemOffice. Helpful experience includes organophosphorus chemistry, peptide synthesis, silyl ketene acetals, in situ IR spectroscopy, photocatalysis, Lewis acid catalysis, and advanced spectroscopic methods (NMR, HRMS, IR, UV/vis). How to apply: submit your academic CV, letter of intent, motivation letter with research interests, certificate of completion of Master's/Diploma studies, and publication list/teaching proof if available via the University of Vienna job portal. Deadline: 2026-09-25.