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Vacancies

Wien Schönbrunn

Wissenschaftliche:r Projektmitarbeiter:in

Das Institut für Waldinventur nutzt modernste Techniken der digitalen Luftbild- und Satellitenbildfernerkundung, um daraus hochaufgelöste Waldinformationen abzuleiten. Am Standort Wien – Schönbrunn wird derzeit ein:e Projektmitarbeiter:in gesucht.

FAST Traunkirchen

Wissensvermittlung

Für die Forstliche Ausbildungsstätte Traunkirchen am Waldcampus Österreich suchen wir derzeit eine/n Trainer:in in der Waldarbeit.

Wien Schönbrunn

Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in Inventurdesign & Auswertung

Am Institut für Waldinventur am Standort Wien – Schönbrunn wird derzeit eine Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in in Inventurdesign & Auswertung gesucht.

Versuchsgarten Tulln

Gartenarbeiter:in

Am Institut für Waldbiodiversität und Naturschutz suchen wir im Versuchsgarten Tulln derzeit eine:n Gartenarbeiter:in.

BFW Insights

The BFW thrives on the talents of its employees. Their satisfaction with their workplace is our focus. We are maintaining our course of steady qualitative growth. Whether from forestry or another field, we look forward to welcoming new experts who bring fresh perspectives.

„At the BFW we work as a team to protect the forest ecosystem. I am proud to be part of this dedicated and motivated team. I look forward to gaining new insights together with like-minded colleagues.“ – Claudia Haumer

„What I particularly appreciate about the BFW is the working atmosphere, the varied day-to-day work and the interdisciplinary collaboration with outstanding experts on one of the key issues of our time.“ – Cornelia Amon

„Diversity plays a key role in our work for the future in knowledge. At the BFW you can feel the connection to the forest and life as well as the pursuit of interdisciplinary perfection in biological, technical, and educational fields.“ – Werner Hinterstoisser

„Science meets practice – with a team that works every day with passion and collegiality to make a difference at one of the most beautiful workplaces in Vienna. That’s exactly what makes the BFW such a special employer for me.“ – Julia Konic

„At the BFW we work together in an appreciative environment on socially relevant issues relating to forests, landscapes and natural hazards. I appreciate the fact that we can conduct long-term, innovative research here on the future of forests and soil.“ – Stefan Forstner

The BFW headquarter is located in Schönbrunn/Vienna. Another location is in Innsbruck. There are two forestry training centers in Ossiach and Traunkirchen, an experimental garden near Tulln and a teaching and experimental forest in Carinthia.

Become part of the BFW team and apply now. As an attractive employer, BFW offers a number of benefits.

Meal voucher

Flexible
working hours

Health
support

Homeoffice

Training and
education

Transparent
payment

Family
friendly

Diversity &
inclusion

FAQs

The Austrian Research Centre for Forests (BFW) is dedicated to all aspects of forests – economic, ecological and social. Using scientific methods, we investigate topics such as sustainable forest management and natural hazards, which are increasing as a result of climate change. We share our knowledge with society. At the same time we perform sovereign control tasks for the Republic of Austria.

Our culture is based on respect, fairness and reliability. Transparent information flow and employee involvement in decision-making processes are important to us. We foster open, collegial cooperation across all departments.

The BFW combines research, education and practical experience—with a clear focus on forests, nature and sustainable resource use. This unique combination is rare in Austria. Those who work for us not only perform high-quality scientific and technical work, but also actively contribute to Austria’s sustainable development.

Our headquarters are located in Vienna (Schönbrunn). We also operate offices in Innsbruck, at the forestry training centers in Ossiach and Traunkirchen and a trial garden in Tulln.

Our daily work is as varied as our tasks. Whether in research, technology, administration or training, our employees work in a structured, independent and often interdisciplinary manner. Flexible working hours, modern workplaces and breaks in green surroundings create a productive and pleasant working environment at all locations.

Please send your complete application documents by email to the contact address specified in the respective job advertisement. Your application should include the following documents (a compelling letter of motivation, a current resume, relevant references, and proof of qualifications).

Yes, we would be delighted to hear from you! Even if there are no suitable vacancies advertised at present, we welcome your unsolicited application. Please send your documents by email to karriere@bfw.gv.at. Please indicate the area in which you would like to work, your qualifications and (for internships) your desired time period. This will enable us to review and assign your application in a targeted manner.

Submit your application: Send your complete application documents by email to the address specified in the job advertisement.

Review of documents: Our specialist departments carefully review all applications—both in terms of professional qualifications and suitability for the team and the role.

Invitation to an interview: If your application is convincing, we will invite you to a personal or virtual interview. This serves as an opportunity to get to know each other – your questions are also welcome.

Selection & feedback: We will make a decision after the interviews. You will receive feedback in any case – even if it didn’t work out this time.

We usually respond within two to three weeks. In some cases—for example, if we receive a large number of applications or need to consult internally—it may take a little longer. In this case, we will keep you informed of the current status by email. We are committed to treating all applicants with transparency and respect.

During our interview, we would like to get to know you as a person and as a professional. It is important to us to have an open and respectful dialogue. Typical procedure: Brief introduction to BFW and the respective department, discussion about your career, your motivation and your professional focus, opportunity for you to ask questions about the team, the tasks or the working methods. Depending on the position, the interview may take place in person at the location or online. In some cases, practical tasks or a second interview may follow.

If you have any general questions about the application or selection process, please contact the person specified in the job advertisement or send an email to karriere@bfw.gv.at.
For technical questions, we recommend contacting the relevant department directly. An overview of all departments, their secretariats, and institute directors can be found on our website in the Mitarbeiter:innen-Suche – including email addresses and telephone numbers.

Contact

Recruiting

Lisa Schuh

T +43-1-87838-1333
lisa.schuh@bfw.gv.at

Head of Human Resources

Dipl.-Soz.-Wiss. Alexander Darantik

T +43-1-87838-1114
alexander.darantik@bfw.gv.at

Your Career at BFW