The University of Oldenburg offers the following position at theInstitute for Biology and Environmental Sciences within the framework of theCRC (Collaborative Research Centres) / SFB (Sonderforschungsbereich) 1372 (www.sfb1372.de)
Coordinator for the Integrated ResearchTraining Group (IRTG) (f/m/x)
up to salary level E13, 50 % position until 31.12.2026
The position is available to be filled as soon as possible .
The CRC/SFB 1372 is aiming to understand magnetoreception andnavigation in vertebrates. Our genuinely synergetic and collaborativeinitiatives bring together behavioural biology, biochemistry, molecularbiology, quantum physics and spin chemistry, in a unique, ambitious,imaginative way. To achieve this, the IRTG was installed to offer doctoralresearchers training and teaching courses covering all necessary skills tosuccessfully pursue their scientific projects. We live flat hierarchies, enjoythe multicultural diversity of our team and support family friendly workingconditions. To succeed in our ambitious objectives, we are looking for a highlyexperienced, skilled and well-organized manager to administrate and organizethe IRTG programme.
The job includes and experiences:
1. Coordination ofthe IRTG qualification programme, including courses, the weekly seminar, thelecture series and other activities of the IRTG, together with the two projectleaders
2. Preparation anddistribution of general information and the correspondence within and outsidethe IRTG group
3. Contact withcoordinators of similar doctoral programmes and with OLTECH to co-organizeworkshops and symposia of common interest for the doctoral researchers
4. Taking care ofalso non-scientific questions and problems the doctoral researchers may have
5. Preparation andcoordination of strategic IRTG meetings, and implementation of the decisions inclose interaction with the project leaders
6. Development andorganisation of subject-specific events within the framework of the IRTG
7. Ability toefficiently communicate our research findings on social media, maintenance ofwebsites and experience in generating graphics and strategic illustrations forapplications etc.
8. Close interactionwith the coordinator of the CRC
9. Organisation ofconferences and excursions to promote the exchange of information betweendoctoral researchers and speakers/staff from different research institutions oncareer paths and professional life
Your profile, ideally is demonstrated by relevant professionalexperience:
10. A completedacademic university studies (diploma (university) or master's degree) inscience
11. A strategic andcreative mind
12. The ability tocooperate and work in an interdisciplinary team
13. Knowledge ofguidelines of the DFG
14. Experience withcoordinating research training groups
15. Experience withcoordination and organisation of doctoral research colloquiums
16. Experience withcoordination and organisation of workshops
17. Very goodcommunication skills in German and English
18. Experienceworking in intercultural and diverse environments as well as experience indeveloping successful concepts for equality and equity in scientific projects
We offer:
19. An interestingand diverse range of tasks in a dynamic, successful and highly motivated team
20. Support for yourown professional development
21. Payment accordingto the collective agreement (TV-L) incl. annual bonus; the possibility of acompany pension scheme (VBL) and capital-forming benefits
22. Flextime and 30days' holiday
23. The opportunityto work from home on a mutual agreement basis Access to university childcareand holiday childcare
We and the University of Oldenburg are aware of the power of diversity.In order to increase the percentage of female faculty and staff members, femalecandidates with equal qualification will be given preference. Applicants withdisabilities will be preferentially considered in case of equal qualification.
How to apply:
Your application should include a letter of motivation describing whyyou want this job and why you possess the required, qualifications listed above,a detailed CV and University certificates.