Summary
The Department of Agricultural Sciences at the Institute of Crop Breeding and Genomics invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate (Reference Code: 57). This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge research in quantitative genetics and predictive breeding, contribute to teaching, and collaborate with international academic and industry partners. The role is full-time with competitive compensation and strong prospects for professional development.
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Postdoctoral Research Associate |
| Reference Code | 57 |
| Institution | University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Vienna (BOKU) |
| Department | Agricultural Sciences – Institute of Crop Breeding and Genomics |
| Location | Tulln an der Donau, Austria |
| Employment Type | Full-time (40 hours/week) |
| Duration | May 1, 2026 – February 29, 2028 (extendable) |
| Salary | Minimum €5,014.30/month (14 payments/year) |
| Application Deadline | April 10, 2026 |
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Research Area
- Quantitative Genetics
- Plant Breeding
- Predictive/Data-Driven Breeding
- Statistical & Population Genetics
- Biostatistics and AI-based Techniques
- Genomic & Phenotypic Data Analysis
Location
3430 Tulln an der Donau, Austria
Eligibility / Qualification
Required:
- PhD in Plant Breeding or related fields (e.g., Quantitative Genetics, Animal Breeding, Statistical Genetics, Population Genetics)
- Strong expertise in quantitative genetics and biostatistics (including AI-based approaches)
- Proficiency in programming (R/Python) and handling large datasets (genomic, transcriptomic, SNP data)
- Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken); German (B2) is an advantage
- Strong organizational, teamwork, and communication abilities
Desirable:
- Teaching and mentoring experience
- Experience in supervising research students
- Track record in acquiring and managing research projects
- Collaboration experience with academic and industry partners
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct independent postdoctoral research in quantitative genetics and predictive breeding
- Develop innovative data analysis pipelines using R/Python for large-scale datasets
- Advance classical and modern breeding methodologies
- Teach courses in plant breeding, quantitative genetics, experimental design, and biostatistics
- Supervise and mentor PhD, MSc, and BSc students
- Acquire third-party funding and manage research projects
- Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences
- Engage in science communication, outreach, and technology transfer
- Collaborate with academic institutions and industry stakeholders
How to Apply
Submit your application (Reference Code: 57) including:
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Doctoral degree certificate
- ORCID ID
- List of publications (peer-reviewed and others), presentations, and projects
Send applications to:
HR Management, BOKU University
Peter-Jordan-Straße 70, 1190 Vienna, Austria
📧 Email: recruiting@boku.ac.at
Last Date to Apply
April 10, 2026
