International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
The International Atomic Energy Agency is the central intergovernmental forum for cooperation in the nuclear field. It supports peaceful uses of nuclear science while strengthening nuclear safety and security.
Last reviewed: 19 July 2026
Why it matters
IAEA staff help Member States use nuclear technology peacefully and strengthen international nuclear safety. Roles include technical specialist work alongside policy and programme positions.
Career tracks
- Nuclear safety and security
- Safeguards and verification
- Nuclear energy and applications
- Technical cooperation
- Management and administration
Common job levels
- Professional staff: P-1 to P-5
- Directors: D-1 and D-2
- General Service staff
- Junior Professional Officers
- Internships
Entry programmes
Open IAEA jobs
Search all rolesUpdated through 21 July 2026 · 15 roles
- Intern - Fourth FAO/IAEA International Symposium on Area-wide Management of Insect Pests
Vienna, ATCloses 8 AugAssist the Insect Pest Control Section in preparing the Fourth FAO/IAEA International Symposium on Area-wide Management of Insect Pests, including abstract review, database maintenance, and symposium book formatting.
- Programme Officer (Integrated Nuclear Security Sustainability)
Vienna, ATCloses 9 AugThe Programme Officer (Integrated Nuclear Security Sustainability Plan) manages Integrated Nuclear Security Sustainability Plans (INSSPs) within an assigned portfolio of countries. The role develops and manages nuclear security result-based projects based on Member State's needs. The officer serves as a country focal point, analyst, coordinator, project manager, and scientific secretary for meetings involving experts from IAEA, Member States, and international organizations.
- Team Leader (Application Maintenance Team)
Vienna, ATCloses 6 AugThe Team Leader manages a highly technical team responsible for building and maintaining complex software products that support business processes in the Department of Safeguards.
- Science and Technology Technical Lead
Vienna, ATCloses 10 AugThe Science and Technology Technical Lead facilitates work within the science and technology (S&T) area to provide expertise and delivery of S&T content with and to Member States. The role assists with developing and sustaining effective capabilities in nuclear security science and technology. The incumbent is a recognized expert in nuclear security sciences and technologies, contributing expertise to Member States.
- Consultant, Plant Breeding and Genetics
Vienna, ATCloses 28 JulThis consultancy provides technical expertise to the Plant Breeding and Genetics subprogramme for mutation breeding and related biotechnologies, supporting climate-resilient crop improvement and plant health innovations.
- Consultant - Aquatic Microbiologist
Seibersdorf, ATCloses 22 JulThe consultant will provide expertise to generate baseline data on microbial communities and antimicrobial resistance in shrimp aquaculture systems, supporting the Animal Production and Health Laboratory in strengthening Member States' laboratory capacity.
- Internship, Ocean Acidification International Coordination Centre
Monaco-Monaco-Monaco-IAEA Environment Laboratories in MonacoCloses 27 Jul
The intern will contribute to activities of IAEA's Ocean Acidification International Coordination Centre (OA-ICC), working with the team to organize and implement upcoming activities and events, and supporting the Secretariat of the Global Ocean Acidification Observing Network (GOA-ON).
- Response Officer
Vienna, ATCloses 26 JulThe Response Officer develops or supports the development of new arrangements in the operational area of the Incident and Emergency Centre, prepares and evaluates exercises, manages the on-call system, and participates as a responder.
- Associate Information Analyst (Open Source)
Vienna, ATCloses 24 JulThe Associate Information Analyst (Open Source) collects, reviews and analyses data from a wide range of sources to ascertain if there are any indications of undeclared nuclear material or activities within a State.
- Mass Spectrometry Specialist
Seibersdorf, ATCloses 21 JulThe Mass Spectrometry Specialist implements operational aspects of the Mass Spectrometry Team for the analysis of actinides by TIMS and ICPMS, ensuring sample throughput and timeliness, and contributes to quality management activities through process improvements and method development.
- Safeguards Information Analyst (Open Source)
Vienna, ATCloses 29 JulThe Safeguards Information Analyst contributes to the IAEA's nuclear verification mission by conducting analyses using all sources of safeguards relevant information, which are incorporated into annual State evaluation reports.
- Innovative Nuclear Technology Transport Safety Specialist
Vienna, ATCloses 31 JulThe Specialist is responsible for implementing activities related to the safe transport of radioactive material and of advanced nuclear technologies, serving as a substantive expert, an adviser, and a technical officer, and developing and reviewing international safety standards and guidance.
- IT Project Manager (SGIS)
Vienna, ATCloses 21 JulThe IT Project Manager ensures a results-oriented response to the Department's priorities, manages one or multiple IT projects simultaneously, and advises senior management on the impact of technology projects on IAEA Safeguards core business.
- Unit Head (Nuclear Data Development Unit)
Vienna, ATCloses 26 JulLeads a team of physicists and support staff in nuclear data activities, develops international guidelines, and assists Member States in peaceful use of fission/fusion energy technologies and non-energy applications.
- Pipeline for Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Materials Professionals and Experts
Vienna, ATCloses 1 JanThe Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Materials Section (NFCMS) assists Member States in developing safe, environmentally friendly, economically viable, proliferation-resistant and sustainable fuel cycle options. The pipeline is designed to provide qualified candidates for multiple short-term positions and assignments. Experts contribute to fostering technology and knowledge transfer, adoption of sound policies and strategies. The expert's involvement supports building Member States' capacity in all aspects of the nuclear fuel cycle.
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Who Can Apply to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Internship Programme
Who Can Apply to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Junior Professional Officer Programme
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