We are a leading research institute for wood and renewable raw materials in Europe. Our core competencies lie in materials research and process technology along the entire value chain – from raw materials to the finished product. More than 120 highly qualified researchers are developed methods and basics and perform applied research on the economy-science interface, in order to enable resource-efficient management in the circular bioeconomy.

For support in the numerous research projects we are looking immediately for a:

Research assistant (f/m/d) – 20 hr/week

Your responsibility:

• Translating scientific questions into practice
• Active participation in experiments, test series, and analytical investigations
• Preparing and conducting laboratory tests in the field of paper properties and sustainable packaging
• Conducting and monitoring measurements in industrial production environments
• Structured evaluation, documentation, and analysis of test data
• Preparation of measurement reports and project-related written evaluations
• Participation in the optimisation of test setups and measurement methods
• Close cooperation within the project team and independent assumption of defined work packages

Your qualifications:

• Technical education (HTL, FH, TU, etc.), preferably in the field of paper technology, chemistry, polymer science, process engineering, or mechanical engineering
• Experience in analytical work
• Experience/interest in paper and packaging manufacturing processes
• Reliable working style, independent and flexible development of solutions
• Good communication skills
• High level of motivation and personal responsibility
• Experience in project management is an advantage

Your Benefits:

• A challenging and extremely varied field of activity
• Option for Home-Office
• Work in an international, motivated team and a scientifically highly active environment
• Flexible, independent work schedule
• State-of-the-art laboratories and equipment training and continuing education opportunities
• Training and further education opportunities
• Flexible and family-friendly working hours (Flexitime & compensatory time off)
• Gross monthly salary based on 20 hours/week starting at EUR 1.200,00 (14 times per year) depending on qualifications and previous experience, limited to 6 months

Place of employment:

St. Veit an der Glan

Phone: +43 676 89744537
Please send your application via e-mail to: c.czibula@wood-kplus.at