Postdoctoral Research Position (m/f/x)

With around 6.500 employees and 8.600 students, the Medical University of Vienna is one of the largest top-level biomedical research and teaching institutions in Europe. The Inter-university Ignaz Semmelweis Institute is looking for, effective immediately, a full-time and fixed-term of 6 years Postdoctoral Research position (m/f/x).

Your Tasks - impactful and interdisciplinary

• Independent planning and execution of research projects in immunology, virology, and infectious disease biology
• Development and application of advanced molecular and cell biology techniques
• Utilization of preclinical models to study immune responses and vaccine concepts
• Active collaboration in interdisciplinary and international research teams
• Protein expression in the baculovirus to generate reagents for the team
• Publication of results in high-impact peer-reviewed scientific journals

Your Profile - scientifically excellent and broadly skilled

• Completed PhD, MD, or DVM from a recognized university or reputable research institute
• Proven track record of outstanding research, evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Solid background in immunology, infectious disease biology, molecular medicine, cell biology or biotechnology
• Specific knowledge and working experience regarding the interaction of antibody Fc fragments with complement and Fc-receptors required
• Strong ability to work across disciplines and tackle complex scientific questions
• Excellent written and spoken English skills (English is the working language in the lab)
• Strong team spirit, scientific curiosity, and initiative

Desired Technical Expertise

Proficiency in several of the following is expected:

• Viral serology (e.g., ELISA, neutralization assays)
• Molecular virology (especially reverse genetics)
• Work with vaccines and viruses in mouse models
• Experience in BSL-2/2+/3 laboratory environments
• Expression and purification of recombinant proteins
• Hybridoma technology for monoclonal antibody production
• Single-cell sorting and cloning of human antibodies from B cells
• Vaccine design and development

Salary

The minimum monthly salary for this position (Uni-KV, VerwGr. B1b) is currently Euro 5.014,- gross (14x per year) on a full-time basis and may be increased by taking into account relevant previous experience and other salary components related to the specificities of the job.

Application

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses. If you have any questions, please contact the Disability Liaison Officer of MedUni Vienna.

Please send us your complete application materials, including your resume, cover letter, and, if applicable, diplomas and certificates demonstrating the required qualifications. For regulated professions, please also include proof of your professional license.

Apply by 11/11/2026 using our application form at the end of the original page under “Apply now”.

Reference number: 634/26

The Medical University of Vienna aims to increase the proportion of women, particularly in leadership positions and among academic staff, and therefore expressly encourages qualified women to apply. Women with equivalent qualifications will be given priority.

Applications must be submitted exclusively using the website form. Applications submitted via email cannot be accepted.

Application form

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored retirement plan, employee discounts and affordable staff restaurants
• Work-life balance and childcare options, including during school breaks
• Depending on the job category and individual agreements, flexible scheduling and telework up to 40% of the time
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion, staff events and health promotion programs
• Subsidized annual public transportation passes, good transportation connections and affordable parking options
• Internal training programs, counseling, coaching, supervision and mediation