Cluster of Excellence Circular Bioengineering

Ready to innovate for Earth's well-being and shape a sustainable future for our society?

At the Cluster of Excellence Circular Bioengineering, you'll have the chance to revolutionize how goods are produced, consumed, and renewed. By harnessing cutting-edge research in molecular biosciences and biotechnology, we design and engineer bio-based materials that are sustainable, efficient, and waste-free. Our unique, collaborative, cross-disciplinary approach integrates technological advances with environmental, economic, and societal assessments to pioneer a new era of circular bioeconomy—pushing the boundaries toward a fossil fuel-free world.

The Excellence Cluster is funded by the FWF program "excellent=austria." This initiative connects top researchers, research units, and research institutions, empowering the next generation of innovators to create transformative, sustainable solutions.

In Good Company

Five of Austria’s top universities are joining forces to drive this transformation. A strong ability to cooperate and a willingness to embrace change are key characteristics of the scientific culture fostered by the new cluster. 

Ready to Shape the Future? Discover What It Means to Work with Us

At the Cluster, we shape our future together. We create an inspiring environment where our employees can develop individually and cultivate their motivation and talents in all their diversity - across research, technology, and innovation.
And, of course, you will benefit from the unique advantages that each of the participating universities offers to its employees.

New to Austria? Become Part of a Thriving Hub for Research, Innovation, and Quality of Life

Austria’s investment in research and development has surged in recent years, fueling a dynamic scientific landscape and a highly innovative economy. With its strong research infrastructure, collaborative spirit, and outstanding quality of life, Austria has become a premier destination for international researchers and their families - a place where excellence in science meets an environment designed for both professional and personal fulfillment.

Looking for a New Career Opportunity? Take Your Next Step in Austria’s Thriving Academic Landscape

Scroll down to explore exciting job opportunities in one of our four innovative programs: 

• Green Cycles of Renewable Materials
• Self-Sustainable Microbial Systems
• Biocatalytic Processes for Sustainable Synthesis
• Circular Prospects