The Department of Biotechnology and Food Science, Institute of Bioprocess Science and Engineering is currently seeking a

Postgraduate Research Associate - project employment
(Reference code 36)

Responsibilities

• PhD thesis

Required skills and qualifications

• Diploma degree in biotechnology, molecular biology, cell biology or other equivalent university degree
• Language skills: English C1 / German A1 or willingness to learn
• Hands-on experience in aseptic techniques and cell culture
• Proficiency in molecular biology, vector design and cloning
• Experience in genetic engineering techniques (e.g. CRISPR-Cas9, transposase, RMCE technology, etc.)

Desirable skills and qualifications

• Basic understanding of viral vectors and production strategies
• Strong interest in cell line development and cell characterization (e.g. omics)
• Ability to integrate and interpret complex biological data using statistical analysis tools (e.g. R, Python)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to experimental detail
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in an interdisciplinary research environment

Applications can be submitted until: 22th of February 2026

University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna seeks to increase the number of its female faculty and staff members. Therefore qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply. In case of equal qualification, female candidates will be given preference unless reasons specific to an individual male candidate tilt the balance in his favour.

People with disabilities and appropriate qualifications are specifically encouraged to apply.

Please send your job application incl.

• Motivation letter
• CV
• Bachelor's and Master's degree certificates
• Letter of Recommendation

to HR Management, BOKU University, Peter-Jordan-Straße 70, 1190 Vienna; E-Mail: recruiting@boku.ac.at. (Reference code: 36)

We regret that we cannot reimburse applicants travel and lodging expenses incurred as part of the selection and hiring process.

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