Scientific Coordinator (m/f/d)

About us

We, the Max Planck Institute forMedical Research, are one of 85institutes and research centers ofthe Max Planck Society (MPG) forthe advancement of science. Ourfocus is on basic medical research.We currently employ around 270people in science andadministration, mainly at ourlocation in Heidelberg. Anotherlocation for our institute is currentlybeing established in Heilbronn. Weare also part of the Health + LifeScience Alliance HeidelbergMannheim, an association of theregion's leading life scienceresearch institutions.

The Optical Nanoscopy Department (Prof. Stefan W. Hell) at the Max Planck Institutefor Medical Research in Heidelberg is seeking to fill the position of a ScientificAssistant or Coordinator (m/f/d) as soon as possible, initially for a fixed term of 2 years.

Yout tasks

• Supporting the Director in fulfilment of his duties.
• Compiling documents, texts and conceptual papers.
• Organising, coordinating and following up on meetings.
• Processing correspondence, including communication with university and non-university research institutions.
• Assisting with scientific evaluations and appointments.
• Planning and organising scientific conferences, reviews and internal events.
• Preparing and coordinating planned projects.
• Evaluating and documenting scientific research programs and project reports.
• Providing support to collaborative projects with national and international partners.
• Reviewing and analysing information relevant to research strategy, and assisting inthe development of institute-related concepts.

Your qualifications

• A university degree with above-average grades, preferably a PhD in chemistry,biology or a related field.
• A reliable, productive and independent work ethic.
• A high degree of initiative, resilience and flexibility.
• Absolute trustworthiness.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive analysis and strategic thinking.
• Above-average commitment and interest in contributing to diverse issues, includingat the conceptual level.
• Excellent organisational and negotiation skills and a cooperative work style.
• Excellent command of English and German, with strong verbal and writtencommunication skills.
• Willingness to travel between Heidelberg and Göttingen occasionally.

Our offer

• Fixed-term employment contract for a period of two years.
• Classification in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement based onqualifications, up to Pay Grade 14 under the TVöD-Bund, as well as all socialbenefits in accordance with public sector regulations.
• Pleasant work environment
• Interesting and varied work with a high degree of autonomy
• Highly motivated team in an international setting
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities
• Work-life balance
• Subsidy for the Deutschland-Job-Ticket
• 30 days of vacation; starting in 2027, even 31 days
• Performance-based pay (LOB)
• Annual bonus, as well as the option to convert part of the annual bonus into up to 3days of

The MPG strives for genderequality and diversity. We welcomeapplications from all backgrounds.As the MPG has set itself the goalof employing more people withsevere disabilities, applicationsfrom people with severe disabilitiesare expressly welcome. In addition,the MPG wants to increase theproportion of women in areaswhere they are underrepresented.Women are therefore expresslyencouraged to apply.

Contact

For further information, pleasecontact Dr. Jade Cottam Jones( ).
For general questions, pleasecontact Ms. Sabrina Giacalone( )from human resources.