University Assistant at the Chair of Materials Science and Testing of Polymers (m/f/d) full time – Reference number: 2603WPJ

Organisation/Company

Personalabteilung der Montanuniversität Leoben

Research Field

All

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Positions

Master Positions

Application Deadline

21 Apr 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna)

Country

Austria

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Reference Number

2603WPJ

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

As a modern university with a strong focus on research and teaching, the Montanuniversität Leoben (Technical University of Leoben) offers outstanding opportunities for career advancement in both scientific and non-scientific domains.

The Chair of Materials Science and Testing of Polymers in the Department of Polymer Engineering and Science has a position for a full-time University Assistant (m/f/d).

Salary Group B1 according to the UNI-KV, monthly minimum salary excl. Szlg.: € 3.776,10 for 40 hours per week (14x per year), actual classification is according to previous relevant experience.

Date of expected start of employment: May 1, 2026
Term of employment: 1 year, with option to extend for another 3 years after positive evaluation
Hours of employment per week: 40 hours

Responsibilities:
Investigation of damage mechanisms in thermomechanically stressed continuous-fibre-reinforced polymers (composites) under monotonic and cyclic loading, in particular using acoustic emission and thermography. Derivation of service life models for composites. Involvement in departmental administration, teaching, research and third-party funded projects (contract and grant-funded research)

Employment requirements: 
A completed master’s degree in plastics engineering, materials science, mechanical engineering or an equivalent qualification in line with the desired requirements.

Desirable additional qualifications: 
Understanding of deformation and failure behaviour in continuous-fibre-reinforced polymers (composites)
in-depth knowledge of mechanical testing and design of continuous-fibre-reinforced polymers (composites) under monotonic and cyclic loads
experience in operating mechanical testing systems, particularly servo-hydraulic systems
knowledge of the fatigue analysis of materials and components
background in fracture mechanics characterization of composites
basic knowledge of the analysis of in-situ experimental data in the field of non-destructive testing (digital image correlation, thermography and acoustic emission)
development of algorithm-supported evaluation methods in the investigation of damage processes in polymer matrix composite materials

Willingness and ability to undertake academic work in research, including associated publishing activities, with the opportunity to write a doctoral thesis expressly offered; excellent written and spoken English; a basic knowledge of German.

Personal requirements:
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
A high degree of independence and self-organisation.
Flexibility in the role and the ability to think holistically.

We offer numerous benefits, including:
Convenient public transport connections (train and bus access)
Family-friendly work environment and good work-life balance 
Access to occupational health services
Health promotion initiatives and annual health day
Comprehensive university sports and fitness programs
Employee discounts at selected shops and services
Language courses and support for international staff

Reference ID: 2603WPJ
End of Application: 21.04.2026

The Montanuniversität Leoben (Technical University of Leoben) intends to increase the number of women on its faculty and therefore specifically invites applications by women. Among equally qualified applicants, women will receive preferential consideration.

For the application please use the online form on the homepage: 
http://www.unileoben.ac.at/jobs&nbsp ;
 

Website

http://www.unileoben.ac.at/jobs

Research Field

Engineering » Materials engineering

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Other

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Montanuniversität Leoben

Country

Austria

Geofield

City

Leoben

Website

http://www.unileoben.ac.at

Street

Franz-Josef-Straße 18

Postal Code

8700

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