🏛️ Postdoc Researcher Position: Quantitative Genetics – Predictive Breeding, Austria
📚 About the Position
The Universität für Bodenkultur Wien (BOKU) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate Quantitative Genetics BOKU position at the Institute of Crop Breeding and Genomics within the Department of Agriculture.
This is a prestigious opportunity for researchers specializing in quantitative genetics, predictive breeding, and data-driven agricultural innovation.
🎯 Position Overview
🌍 Why This Role Stands Out
BOKU is one of Europe’s leading life sciences universities, renowned for excellence in sustainability, biotechnology, and agricultural sciences. Located near Vienna, the Tulln campus is a hub for plant genomics and crop improvement research, offering access to state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative networks across Europe.
This Postdoctoral Research Associate Quantitative Genetics BOKU role is ideal for researchers aiming to:
– Advance classical and genomic breeding strategies
– Work with large-scale genomic and phenotypic datasets
– Develop reproducible research pipelines in R and Python
– Teach and mentor the next generation of plant scientists
– Secure third-party research funding
📋 Key Responsibilities
1. Independent Research in Quantitative Genetics
Lead high-level research projects in data-driven predictive breeding, integrating genomic and phenotypic data to improve crop performance and sustainability.
2. Advanced Data Analysis & Tool Development
Design reproducible pipelines using R and Python to manage and analyze large datasets, including SNP profiles and transcriptomic sequences. Ensure compliance with modern data governance standards.
3. Teaching & Academic Contribution
Deliver core and elective courses in:
- Quantitative Genetics
- Experimental Design
- Biostatistics
Provide methodological consulting and contribute to curriculum development.
4. Student Supervision & Mentorship
Supervise PhD, MSc, and BSc students while fostering a collaborative and research-driven learning environment.
5. Research Funding & Collaboration
Acquire third-party funding and manage national and international research collaborations, including partnerships with industry stakeholders.
6. Publication & Outreach
Publish in peer-reviewed journals, present at international conferences, and actively engage in science communication and knowledge transfer initiatives.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this competitive academic position, candidates must have:
- PhD in Plant Breeding, Animal Breeding, Statistical Genetics, Population Genetics, or a related discipline
- Strong expertise in quantitative genetics
- Extensive experience in biostatistics, including AI-based techniques
- Advanced programming skills in R and/or Python
- Experience handling big data, including genomic and phenotypic datasets
- Excellent English communication skills (German B2 is advantageous)
- Strong organizational, teamwork, and project management abilities
🏛️ Work Environment & Equal Opportunity
BOKU is committed to increasing diversity and particularly encourages qualified women to apply. In cases of equal qualification, female candidates will receive preference unless specific reasons favor a male candidate.
Applicants with disabilities who meet the qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply.
📝 Application procedure
Submit your complete application to HR Management at BOKU:
📌 Reference Code: 57
📍 Peter-Jordan-Straße 70, 1190 Vienna, Austria
Required Documents
- motivation letter
- curriculum vitae (CV)
- doctoral degree certificate
- ORCID ID
- list of publications (peer-reviewed and others)
- conference presentations
- summary of independent research projects
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