Postgraduate Research Associate in Food Technology
Join the Institute of Food Technology at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna as a Postgraduate Research Associate.
Best for:Best for early-career researchers with a background in food technology or biotechnology seeking academic experience in Vienna.
Overview
The Department of Biotechnology and Food Science, specifically the Institute of Food Technology at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna, is seeking a Postgraduate Research Associate. This part-time position involves 30 hours per week and is set to begin on December 1, 2026, running for a fixed duration until November 30, 2027, with the potential for a temporary extension. The successful candidate will engage in food technology research activities within the department, contributing to ongoing scientific projects and academic duties. Applicants are expected to hold an appropriate academic degree and demonstrate relevant expertise in the field.
What you'll do
- Conduct experimental research and laboratory work within the Institute of Food Technology
- Collaborate with project teams on food science and technology initiatives
- Analyze research data and assist in preparing scientific reports and publications
- Support day-to-day operations and maintenance of laboratory equipment
Requirements
Degree required: Master's or equivalent degree in Food Technology, Biotechnology, or a related discipline
Language: German and/or English proficiency as required for academic and laboratory work
Instruction: German and English
- Background in food technology or biotechnology
- Experience with laboratory methods and scientific experimentation
- Data analysis and scientific reporting capabilities
- Eligible to work in Austria
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-18 (Europe/Brussels)
Interested candidates should submit their application materials manually through the designated institutional portal before the deadline. Ensure all requested documents are attached as specified in the recruitment guidelines.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Academic transcripts
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