Vienna BioCenter
The Vienna BioCenter is a leading life sciences campus in Europe, offering a unique combination of research, education, and companies in a single location.
RESEARCH
The Vienna BioCenter hosts over 1,400 scientists, with a focus on molecular biology and biomedicine. The heavy-weight research is carried out by four academic research institutes:
- Gregor Mendel Institute of Molecular Plant Biology (GMI)
- Institute of Molecular Biotechnology (IMBA)
- Max F. Perutz Laboratories (MFPL)
- Research Institute of Molecular Pathology (IMP)
EDUCATION
Education is one of the pillars of the Vienna BioCenter. The four research institutes offer different training opportunities under the motto “Empowering Curious Researchers”,
ncluding an international Summer School and PhD programs. All trainings are multidisciplinary, entirely in English and offer fully-funded positions.
BIOTECH
The biotech scene at the Vienna BioCenter is growing rapidly. Currently there are more than 20 companies on campus, mainly in the areas of vaccine development, immunology, and disease diagnostics. Several biotech companies are spin-offs from the research and educational institutions on site, while others have chosen to relocate to the Vienna BioCenter for its unique location, services, and atmosphere.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
If you are passionate about life sciences, the Vienna BioCenter offers a fantastic environment for growth, both professionally and personally. There are multiple opportunities for scientists at all levels of their careers.
10 REASONS TO WORK AT THE VIENNA BIOCENTER
1. The Vienna BioCenter institutions are global leaders in their fields: the research institutes excel in molecular biology and the biotech companies are experts in vaccines and immunology.
2. Some of the best scientists in the world perform their research at the Vienna BioCenter. Excellent scientific track record of key discoveries and two Breakthrough Prizes among our alumni: Emmanuelle Charpentier (CRISPR/Cas9) and Kim Nasmyth (chromosome segregation).
3. Competitive funding: national and international funding sources include FWF, FFG, WWTF, aws, Vienna Business Agency, EMBO, HFSP, and the European earned 49 ERC Grants in total, which amount to €85 million.
4. State-of-the-art scientific facilities: the Vienna BioCenter Core Facilities (VBCF) and additional scientific services in the research institutes provide technology, infrastructure, and support beyond expectations.
5. Publication record: 350 publications in peer-reviewed journals per year.
6. Intensive scientific exchange: 200 renowned speakers per year and a community of 1,400 scientists create fantastic collaboration and networking opportunities.
7. International atmosphere: 70 nationalities from six different continents. 40% of the staff at the Vienna BioCenter come from abroad and English is our working language.
8. Collaborative culture: dedicated and enthusiastic researchers provide for a flexible and collaborative work environment. Open-door culture, curiosity, flexibility, flat hierarchies, and academic freedom are our core values.
9. Kindergarten: there is a child care center on campus for children between 3 months and 6 years of age at a very competitive fee.
10. Location: The Vienna BioCenter is centrally located in the world’s number one most livable city. Excellent connections by public transport (bus, tram, suburban train) to the city center (10 min) and to the airport (20 min).
