Predoc Scholarship 2025 in Pharmaceutical Chemistry at University of Vienna

Are you passionate about drug discovery and medicinal chemistry? Dreaming of contributing to cutting-edge cancer research while pursuing your PhD in a dynamic European academic hub? Then we’ve got thrilling news for you!

The University of Vienna—one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions in Europe—is now accepting applications for a University Assistant Predoctoral Position (PhD) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the Faculty of Life Sciences, starting August 1, 2025. If you’re ready to dive deep into synthetic organic chemistry and chemical biology at the forefront of cancer treatment innovation, this could be your perfect launchpad.

Opportunity Overview

You’ll join the highly motivated research group of Prof. Dr. David Benjamin Konrad, recently transitioned from LMU Munich to the University of Vienna. The PhD project focuses on:

• Design and synthesis of covalent chemical probes and drug candidates
• Development of reactive elements (“warheads” or “chemotypes”)
• Scaffold modifications for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies
• Targeting antioxidant proteins to induce ferroptosis in metastatic non-small cell lung cancer

Bonus: Your journey begins with a 3-month training stint at LMU Munich before joining the Vienna-based lab full-time.

What’s in It for You?

• Fair salary starting at €3,714.80/month (full-time), with increases based on experience
• 4-year contract (initially 1.5 years, with automatic extension)
• Flexible work hours & remote work options
• Public transport access in Vienna
• Over 600 free training & coaching courses
• Inclusive, international, and inspiring work environment.

What You’ll Be Working With?

• Core Techniques: Chemical synthesis under inert conditions (Schlenk/glovebox), NMR, HRMS, HPLC, LC-MS, UV-vis spectroscopy, and reaction kinetics.
• Bonus Skills: Python/R programming for data analysis and statistical modeling.
• Lab Culture: You’ll be part of a vibrant, multidisciplinary team focused on innovation at the intersection of chemistry, biology, and medicine.

Who Should Apply?

You must hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in:

• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Drug Development
• Chemistry
• Biochemistry
• Chemical Biology

Additional expectations:

• Prior experience in synthetic organic or medicinal chemistry
• Passion for drug discovery and laboratory research
• Strong sense of responsibility, critical thinking, and collaboration
• Willingness to mentor junior lab members.

Apply: https://jobs.univie.ac.at/job/University-assistant-predoctoral/1202670601/

The last date to apply for the University Assistant Predoctoral Position at the University of Vienna is May 23, 2025.