University Assistant Post-Doc (all genders) 40 hours/week | limited to 6 years

TU Wien is Austria's largest institution of research and higher education in the fields of technology and natural sciences. With over 26,000 students and more than 4000 scientists, research, teaching, and learning dedicated to the advancement of science and technology have been conducted here for more than 200 years, guided by the motto "Technology for People". As a driver of innovation, TU Wien fosters close collaboration with business and industry and contributes to the prosperity of society.

At the Institute of Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer, in the Research Unit E322-02, TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant post-doc (all genders) limited to expected 6 years (40 hours/week). Expected start: May 2026.

The research of the group focuses on the study of fundamental phenomena in complex and/or turbulent flows and fluid-structure interaction. A broad number of applications are considered such as the aerodynamics of small flyers and unmanned aerial vehicles, particle-laden flows, cardiovascular flows, etc.

Tasks:

• Perform independent research and take a leading role in one of the areas of interest to the group
• Participate in the teaching activities of the group and in the supervision of students
• Manage the wind tunnel and take a leading role in the operation and management of the lab
• Perform project work and coordinate project teams
• Contribute to the acquisition of third-party funding
• Publish scientific articles and present results at international conferences and workshops
• Participate in organisational and administrative tasks of the research division

Your profile:

Essential:

• A PhD degree (or equivalent) in fluid mechanics, mechanical or aerospace engineering or related field
• Strong motivation and a profound knowledge of experimental fluid mechanics and measurement techniques such as PIV, PTV, hot wire anemometry, temperature, density, concentration measurements or other advanced optical techniques
• Demonstrable experience in the design, management and operation of experimental facilities, preferably wind tunnels
• A good track of publications in the best journals of the field
• Organizational and analytical skills as well as a structured way of working
• Excellent command of English, with strong communication and teamwork skills

 

Desirable:

• Teaching experience in fields related to the position
• Experience supervising undergraduate students

We offer:

• Excellent research environment
• Collaborative working atmosphere and flexible working hours
• Integration into an international research team
• A wide variety and exciting range of tasks in a collegial team
• A range of attractive social benefits (see Benefits)
• Wide range of internal and external training opportunities, various career options

TU Wien is committed to increasing the proportion of women in particular in leadership positions. Female applicants are explicitly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women when equally qualified, unless reasons specific to a male applicant tilt the balance in his favour.

People with special needs are equally encouraged to apply. In case of any questions, please contact the confidant for disabled persons at the university, Mr. Gerhard Neustätter.

Entry level salary is determined by the pay grade B1 of the Austrian collective agreement for university staff. This is a minimum of currently EUR 5,014.30/month gross, 14 times/year for 40 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income.

We look forward to receiving your application until April 9th, 2026.

Apply now https://jobs.tuwien.ac.at/Register/264942

Furthermore, please note that applicants will not normally be reimbursed for travel costs incurred in connection with this admission process.