European Microscopy Society (EMS)
TU Wien
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Wien, Austria
The Service Unit “University Service Centre for Transmission Electron Microscopy” at TU Wien is offering a position as Technician (all genders) in the Department of Electron Microscopy limited to expected 2 years with the option to extend for 40 hours/week or minimum 30 hours/week. The expected starting date is immediately.
Tasks:
– Design, setup, commissioning, and further development of laboratory infrastructure in the field of transmission electron microscopy and electron microscopy
– Independent operation and technical support, as well as independent maintenance and servicing of electron microscopes and associated peripherals, laboratory equipment, and utility infrastructure, along with independent troubleshooting
– Substantive and technical support, as well as collaboration on projects
– Training on equipment, machines, and systems as needed
– Active participation in the installation, adaptation, and maintenance of additional experimental setups
– Support in the procurement, management, and maintenance of equipment, as well as oversight of the materials warehouse
– Execution and documentation of organizational and administrative tasks related to laboratory and facility operations
– Responsibility for safety, maintenance, and operational documentation, as well as monitoring and reporting
– Collaboration in coordinating processes with users, manufacturers, and internal users
We offer:
– 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 level IIIB of the Austrian collective agreement for university staff. This is a minimum of currently EUR 3,131.30/month gross, 14 times/year for 40 hours/week. Relevant working experiences may increase the monthly income.
Completed technical education, for example HTL, technical college, apprenticeship with additional technical qualification, or equivalent, in electronics, mechatronics, or related fields
Interest in scientific instruments and high-precision laboratory technology
Experience working with technical systems, measuring instruments, and vacuum technology is an advantage
Structured, reliable, and independent working style
Organizational skills and willingness to also take on administrative tasks
Team player with strong communication skills and a sense of responsibility
Excellent English skills and good German skills are an advantage
Strong digital and analytical skills
Good organizational and planning abilities
Clear and reliable communication
Openness to innovation and continuous improvement
High sense of responsibility and initiative
Professional and solution-oriented working style
Team spirit and cooperative mindset