What you bring to the table
* University degree in biology, biochemistry, pharmaceutical biotechnology / molecular biotechnology or related fields
* A completed PhD in a relevant research area and/or an internationally visible scientific excellence
* In-depth knowledge and skills in (stem)cell and tissue technology e.g., organoids, molecular biotechnology
* Professional experience in leading projects or teams, preferably in applied research or industry
* Strong experience and interest in project acquisition and implementation of research and development projects with national and international partners with a particular focus on industrial cooperation
* A high degree of initiative and personal responsibility
* Very good knowledge of written and spoken German and English
What you can expect
* Varied work in a dynamic and excellent research environment
* Generous and flexible human and material resources
* Unique opportunity to combine practice and theory
* Opportunity to develop complementary organizational and management skills, mentoring
* Family-friendly working culture with flexible working hours and conditions (e.g., home office, public transport subsidy, Flexitime regulation)
* Attractive performance and success-based compensation components
* Corporate benefits: offers from well-known manufacturers and brands
* A broad Fraunhofer network
* A wide range of further training opportunities
* Annual appraisal interviews
* Own parking garage with free parking spaces
The weekly working time is 39 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis, Minimum working time share of 75%. The position is initially limited to two years - a long-term cooperation is sought. We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD). Additionally Fraunhofer may grant performance-based variable remuneration components.
With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.
Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!
If you have any questions about the application process or the position, please contact the HR department:
+49 711 970 4009
Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB
Requisition Number: 78984 Application Deadline: 04/30/2025