Assistant Professor in One Water and Water Hygiene

Assistant Professor in One Water and Water Hygiene

Medical University of Vienna

Vienna, Austria

The Medical University of Vienna is one of Europe’s premiere institutions for biomedical and clinical research. We are looking for a highly qualified scientist in the field of water hygiene/microbiology and One Health with enthusiasm for inter- and multidisciplinary research, and commitment to teaching.

The candidate is expected to have an outstanding expertise in research areas relevant to water quality, hygiene, and microbiology, in order to strengthen and cross-link existing research strengths in the areas of infectious diseases, preventive medicine and One Health.

The position is located at the Center of Pathophysiology, Infectiology and Immunology and offers rich collaborative opportunities with other university departments and the Interuniversity Cooperation Centre Water & Health (ICC). The accredited testing laboratory and inspection body creates additional valuable synergies between research and practical applications for the benefit of human health.

Your profile:

• Completed scientific or medical education with PhD or equivalent degree;
• International recognition in the respective research area;
• Ambition to translate basic research towards safeguarding and improving human health;
• Successful and continuous acquisition of peer-reviewed third-party funding;
• Educational and didactic qualifications including supervision of Masters and PhD students;
• Diversity and gender competence;
• International working experience.