FFoQSI is the leading, application-oriented COMET K1 research centre for feed, food, quality, safety and innovation in Austria. We focus on improving quality and safety, promoting sustainable food systems and the digital transformation of supply chains. We use state-of-the-art technologies and expertise to optimise processes and work with partners to set new standards for a sustainable agricultural and food industry. FFoQSI combines the expertise of renowned Austrian research institutions and international experts with the know-how of open-minded and research-affine companies from Austria and abroad - around 60 % of which are small and medium-sized enterprises. Scientific Director (f/m)
The tasks of the scientific management include the management and representation of the centre in scientific matters, the scientific orientation of the centre, further developing the research programme, developing the third-party-funding (non-K), in particular with regard to the implementation of or participation in research projects, coordinating research work across areas, integrating the centre internationally, maintaining contacts with domestic and foreign scientists and stakeholders, and planning other scientific projects.
In particular, the Scientific Director
represents FFoQSI in scientific matters, particularly at the international scientific community
reports to the Managing Director
represents the Managing Director if he is absent
is especially responsible for project and partner acquisition
is bound by decisions taken by the shareholders and bodies of the company, he is bound to compliance regulations
develops a strategy for scientific expansion, then actively seeks and fosters new forms of collaborative projects and scientific partnerships within the centre's remit
initiates and organizes scientific training and education activities of the centre
The Scientific Director has
leadership competence and management experience in large (international) cooperative research projects
strategic research management experience
crisis management and leadership skills
great creative freedom
well established structures and a supportive head office
exchange between the project groups
part time (20 % FTE)
home office