Career
We at AGES stand for safe, high-quality food and medicinal products as well as healthy nutrition. The protection of the health of humans, animals, plants and the environment is at the centre of our tasks. Our employees work in an interdisciplinary manner along the food chain and use their knowledge and skills to help ensure health and food security in Austria.
If you would like to become a part of AGES and start a career with us, we look forward to receiving your application!
We are committed to equality in the workplace and welcome applications regardless of gender, origin, age, religion, disability or sexual orientation.
Join our AGES team - Our benefits at a glance
MEANINGFUL ACTIVITY
TARGETED TRAINING & FURTHER EDUCATION
FLEXIBLE WORKING HOURS
FAMILY FRIENDLY
HEALTH & WELL-BEING
CLIMATE-FRIENDLY EMPLOYER
VOUCHERS, DISCOUNTS, REBATES AND GRANTS
We work together to preserve the health of people, animals, plants and the environment
As an Austrian One Health company, our employees apply their internationally recognised expertise from "field to fork" on a daily basis: objectively, competently and responsibly.
We work at the cutting edge: whether in the prevention of diseases, the testing of food, cosmetics and toys, in drug safety and the assessment of innovative medicines through to the monitoring of radiation protection and the monitoring of veterinary diseases. We analyse, evaluate, research and network on an interdisciplinary and international basis.
We are committed to the health of our employees
AGES is a responsible employer. The physical and mental health of our employees is particularly important to us. As an expert organisation, we know that we are only as good as our employees. Well-being and health are therefore the be-all and end-all.
We offer:
Joint participation in sporting events, back fitness and sports programmes, confidence training, voice workshops and much more, free, anonymous coaching and therapy services for employees and their families, company doctors, vaccination opportunities.
We ensure the ideal work-life balance
We work flexibly, are family-friendly and create prospects because we are convinced that a good balance between work, leisure and private life is necessary in order to have sustainably motivated and satisfied colleagues in the team.
We offer:
Flexitime without core hours (37.5 hours/week), the option of working from home and a 4-day week, professional development, networking meetings, management development programmes/high potential programmes, special leave days such as days off when a child starts school, 24/31 December off work, holiday childcare allowance, childcare allowance.
We create new perspectives and conduct research on major topics of the future
As a sustainable employer and knowledge provider, we conduct research into controversial future topics such as ways to adapt to climate change. The fact that our knowledge is in demand is demonstrated by our numerous research collaborations and our worldwide lecturing activities. Special achievements by our employees are honoured.
We offer:
Participation in European expert committees and networking meetings, the opportunity for international exchange programmes with other expert organisations and a special expert career at AGES, employee awards
The application process
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Application
Have you found a position that suits you? Register on our careers portal and upload your compelling application.
Please note that applications cannot be processed via email for data protection reasons. Please apply via our online portal.
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Get to know
After a phone call to clarify initial questions, we'll schedule a personal appointment. During this meeting, we'll learn more about your career and discuss the advertised position.
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Getting to know each other in depth
Depending on the advertised position, we will schedule a follow-up interview. You'll receive further details in advance.
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Return message
Every applicant receives feedback from us.
Last updated: 17.09.2025
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