Discover exciting career opportunities at one of Europe’s largest research institutions.
We are always on the lookout for new colleagues to take on the various tasks in the area of science management. Shaping change: this is what drives us at Forschungszentrum Jülich. As a member of the Helmholtz Association with around 7,400 employees, we conduct interdisciplinary research into a digitalized society, a climate-friendly energy system, and a sustainable economy. Our research in the natural, life, and engineering sciences is focused on the fields of information, energy, and the bioeconomy. We combine this with expertise in high-performance computing and artificial intelligence using unique scientific infrastructures.
At Forschungszentrum Jülich, we see science management as an integrated process that supports the effective planning, organization, and implementation of research projects and activities. It acts as a bridge between administration and science, supports the scientists and frees them up for other tasks, and encourages cooperation between different institutes and divisions as well as with external partners.
In a science management role at Forschungszentrum Jülich, you will work in the following areas:
Project management
Science managers coordinate scientific and administrative programmes and projects, both internally and in cooperation with external partners. This includes the provision of support for national and international research projects, as well as for programmes to improve administrative processes and workflows.
Support for committees and working groups
Science management at Forschungszentrum Jülich includes the provision of support for internal and external committees and working groups. This includes preparation and follow-up work for meetings as well as the maintenance of contact with committee members and participating organizations.
Strategic planning and implementation of funding measures
A core task within science management is to identify suitable external funding measures to support Jülich scientists and to monitor the implementation of these measures. As a science manager, you will also develop internal funding strategies to support doctoral researchers and postdocs, for example, as well as to promote international collaboration.
Strategy development
Science managers contribute to the strategic development of Forschungszentrum Jülich by supporting strategic processes, leading internal consultation processes, and advising the institutes on strategic issues. They are also responsible for strategic controlling and for the communication of strategic topics.
If you want to work at the heart of where excellent research is conducted, and if your strengths lie in project management, then you are ideally suited to a role in science management. You will need strong communication and coordination skills as well as experience in working on scientific projects.
Your role will comprise the following tasks:
Service role: You will provide scientists the freedom to perform other tasks as well as providing support for committees and working groups.
Interfacing role: You will coordinate and support interfaces within your organizational unit and Forschungszentrum Jülich as a whole as well as with external partners from politics and society.
Mediation/communication role: You will mediate between the worlds of science and administration and help to ensure the seamless flow of information.
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Benefits at Forschungszentrum Jülich
In addition to exciting tasks and a collaborative working atmosphere at Jülich, we have a lot more to offer.
International and interdisciplinary
Interdisciplinary teams tackle issues from different perspectives – almost 50 % of our researchers come from abroad. There are also a variety of networking opportunities, such as the DocTeam, the Rainbow Network, and other initiatives.
Scientific excellence
Our employees benefit from the use of state-of-the-art scientific infrastructure, including supercomputers and MRI scanners.
Work–life balance and flexibility
We offer flexible working hours and opportunities to work from home for an improved work–life balance. A high degree of flexibility is provided thanks to flexitime with no core hours as well as various part-time options.
Health and well-being
The comprehensive health care on offer at Jülich includes a first-aid outpatient clinic, health protection and prevention measures, and attractive sporting activities. These include beach volleyball courts, outdoor fitness equipment, and a wide range of sports classes. The Social Counselling team is also on hand to boost employees’ well-being and productivity in the case of difficult personal circumstances.
Remuneration and additional benefits
Our employees are paid in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD Bund). We also offer an occupational pension scheme where the employer pays a large part of the contributions, as well as generous annual leave policies with up to 30 days of paid annual leave.
Working environment and infrastructure
Jülich’s green campus with its central lake brings together science and infrastructure over an area of 2.2 km2. A structured onboarding process will help to ensure you have a smooth start. We also offer numerous continuing professional development opportunities via internal and external training courses. These include language courses, soft skills courses, and specialized training in areas such as leadership skills and project management.
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