Postgraduate or Postdoctoral Research Associate (Senior Scientist) – Forestry

📍 Vienna & Forchtenstein, Austria | Apply by: 5 September 2025

The University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna (BOKU) is offering a full-time, permanent Senior Scientist role in Forestry. Join Austria’s top environmental science university and lead a unique mix of research, infrastructure development, and teaching in a scenic dual-campus setting.

🌲 Build a Long-Term Career in Forest Sciences at BOKU, Austria

Shape the Future of European Environmental Research

The Department of Ecosystem Management, Climate and Biodiversity at BOKU invites applications for a Senior Scientist position, suited for either postgraduate or postdoctoral candidates with a background in Forestry. The role offers a chance to lead long-term teaching and research at the Rosalia Forest Centre, based across Vienna and Forchtenstein.

🌍 Position Overview

This is a permanent, full-time (40 hours/week) role beginning 1 October 2025. The selected candidate will drive the strategic development of BOKU’s Rosalia Teaching and Research Centre, coordinating European-level infrastructure (like the eLTER network) and engaging with stakeholders, researchers, and students.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

• Manage research, teaching, and operations at the Rosalia site

• Coordinate eLTER site development and research infrastructure

• Lead stakeholder engagement, facility management, and infrastructure planning

• Conduct field-based workshops, education programs, and science outreach

• Apply for third-party funding and support research proposals

• Manage staff and collaborate with university leadership

🎓 Who Should Apply

Applicants must hold either:

• A PhD in Forestry, OR

• A Diploma in Forestry with substantial experience (or equivalent qualification)

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Field-based research and environmental science project work

• Strong infrastructure or project management skills

• Science communication and teaching experience

• German and English proficiency

• Strategic, independent, and collaborative work mindset

💶 Salary & Benefits

• Without PhD: €3,714.80/month (B1 level)

• With PhD: €4,932.90/month (B1 lit. b level)

• Salaries are paid 14 times/year under Austrian public university regulations

📩 How to Apply

Submit a combined PDF (CV + motivation letter) by 5 September 2025 via email to:
📧 [email protected]
📌 Reference Code: 166

✅ Women and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
🌐 Note: Full official job description is available in German.

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