Automation Chemist – Ibáñez group Full-time

• Full Time (40 h/w)
• Klosterneuburg near Vienna, Austria
• € 56,000* gross/year (full time), negotiable; fixed term with extension potential

Your Responsibilities

The Ibáñez group at ISTA explores the chemistry and physics of inorganic nanomaterials, with a strong focus on designing and understanding solution-derived materials for applications such as thermoelectricity and catalysis through a multidisciplinary approach that bridges chemistry, physics, and materials science. We are currently seeking an Automation Scientist to establish and operate a state-of-the-art Chemspeed infrastructure, playing a central role in delivering the largest project currently underway at ISTA, funded by a highly prestigious WSS grant. This position presents a rare opportunity to help build a high-throughput automated research facility from the ground up, work with one of the world’s most advanced automation platforms, and grow into a role with substantial scientific responsibility, visibility, and long-term career development. The main tasks will be to:

• Leading the implementation and commissioning of the Chemspeed automation infrastructure
• Design and deployment of high throughput and robotic platforms
• Overseeing equipment maintenance and inventories
• Developing robust automated workflows with students and post
• Programming and operating automated systems, analyzing data, and communicating results
• Acting as an interface with ISTA Scientific Service Units
• Train users as required

Your Profile

• PhD in Chemistry or chemical engineering with experience in automated and high-throughput experimentation
• Hands-on experimentalist motivated to design, build, and deploy automation tools for research
• Experience with colloidal synthesis and solution-based process
• Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel and prioritize effectively
• Proficiency with software for instrument control, automation, and data analysis
• Strong problem-solving skills and critical scientific thinking
• Team-oriented attitude with excellent communication in English (German is a plus)
• Strong organizational skills, reliability, and a high sense of responsibility
• Applications should include a letter of motivation, a CV, and contact information for at least 3 referees

Your Benefits

• Education & training
• Multiple health offers
• Free shuttle bus
• Pension insurance
• Childcare
• Cafeteria

Please apply via our job portal.

ISTA is growing. Grow with us!

Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) is a constantly growing international institute for conducting frontier research in mathematics, computer science, life sciences & physical sciences. We strive to recruit passionate professionals from across the world over all fields who strive to support our goal of excellent research. Located within a beautiful campus on the outskirts of Vienna, we offer multiple opportunities for personal growth in a stable working environment. Get an insight!

ISTA promotes a diverse and inclusive working environment and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all applicants, free of discrimination. All employment decisions at ISTA are based on job requirements, qualifications, merit and organizational needs. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

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