University Assistant (postdoc)

Job Description:

University Assistant - Postdoc (40 hours/week), Institute for Astro- and Particle Physics; Main tasks: Independent project work for ESO ELT instrumentation projects ; teaching courses; participation in organizational and administrative tasks; continuing education. Required qualifications: Completed doctoral studies in astronomy or physics with a focus on astronomy/astrophysics; Experience in the research field of astronomy/astrophysics, preferably in observation-oriented astronomy and development of astronomical data reduction software, experience in data acquisition, data reduction in the optical and near-infrared wavelength range and data analysis of astronomical instruments; use of state-of-the-art astronomical software packages; knowledge of ESO software standards for data reduction pipelines; ability to work in a team with project groups at international level; problem-solving skills.

Our offer:

With us, you can expect exciting tasks, flexible working hours, a family-friendly working environment, attractive training and development opportunities, a paid lunch break, a meal allowance and much more! .

The minimum gross salary (stipulated by collective agreement) for this position amounts to € 4.933 per month (14 times). * as of 2025

The University of Innsbruck emphasizes equal opportunities and diversity in its personnel policy.

The University of Innsbruck strives to increase the percentage of women and thus expressly encourages women to apply. This is particularely true for leading positions and scientific job offers. In case of underrepresentation women with the same qualifications will be given priority.

The University of Innsbruck bears the "We are inclusive" seal of approval. We therefore expressly invite qualified individuals with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses to apply.