Stefan Baudis

PhD opportunity at Technische Universität Wien (TU Wien) in organometallic chemistry , with a focus on the synthesis, characterization, and application of novel iron carbene complexes . The project sits in the emerging area of base-metal chemistry and is hosted at the Institute of Applied Synthetic Chemistry . The position is FWF-funded and offered as a fully funded 3-year PhD appointment, initially for one year with the possibility of extension. The advertised salary is €2,832.10 gross/month , paid 14 times per year . The intended start date is September 2026 . Research activities include modern organometallic synthesis, catalytic procedures, reaction mechanism investigations, and the design of iron-based complexes for C-C bond-forming reactions . This is a strong fit for candidates interested in synthetic chemistry, catalysis, and mechanistic studies using advanced analytical methods. Eligibility highlights include a Master’s degree or equivalent in Chemistry , preferably with an organic or organometallic background. Prior experience with air- and moisture-sensitive compounds, catalytic transformations, and product analysis is preferred. Skills in multinuclear NMR spectroscopy , single-crystal X-ray analysis , and GC-MS/LC-MS are highly valued. Excellent English (C1) is mandatory; German (B2/C1) is an advantage. To apply, candidates should email their application package to Dr. Stefan Weber , including a cover letter, scientific CV, mandatory MSc advisor recommendation letter(s), and MSc certificate if available. The deadline is 2026-08-09 .