Jobs at the Austrian Patent Office

Work where innovations are protected – discover career opportunities at the Austrian Patent Office

Job openings

You can find all current job openings and opportunities to submit a self-initiated candidacy on the Federal Government's job board.
 

Federal Job Board

We offer

  • Working from home
  • Good work-life balance
  • A crisis-proof job
  • Regular pay raises
  • Professional development
  • State-of-the-art IT equipment
  • Klimaticket/Jobticket (public transport pass)
  • Vouchers and discounts
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly

The Austrian Patent Office by numbers

  • 244 employees
  • 125 women
  • 119 men
  • 15 languages
  • Portrait von Kerstin Kandler

    “I really appreciate my colleagues, the work-life balance made possible by flexible working hours, and the wide range of professional development opportunities.”

    Kerstin Kandler, Legal Expert
  • Portrait von Philip Rohringer

    “It's a good mix of interesting topics, challenges, and pleasant working conditions.”

    Philip Rohringer, Patent Examiner
  • Portrait von Hildegard Etz

    “Even after all these years, I still find it exciting!”

    Hildegard Etz, Patent Examiner
  • Portrait von Klaus Förster

    “It’s a stable job – I don’t have to worry about whether I’ll still have a job tomorrow or in a year. That’s a good feeling!”

    Klaus Förster, Legal Expert

Photo credits: 
Photo Kerstin Kandler: Susanne Einzenberger; Photo Philip Rohringer: Susanne Einzenberger; 
Photo Hildegard Etz: Patentamt/Ebner; Photo Klaus Förster: Susanne Einzenberger