Coordinator International PhD Exchange Program (m/w/d)

administrative staff

Coordinator International PhD Exchange Program (m/w/d)

Team

Medical Systems Biology The Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association (MDC) is one of the world’s leading biomedical research institutions. Max Delbrück, a Berlin native, was a Nobel laureate and one of the founders of molecular biology. At the MDC’s locations in Berlin-Buch and Mitte, researchers from some 60 countries analyze the human system – investigating the biological foundations of life from its most elementary building blocks to systems-wide mechanisms. By understanding what regulates or disrupts the dynamic equilibrium in a cell, an organ, or the entire body, we can prevent diseases, diagnose them earlier, and stop their progression with tailored therapies. Patients should benefit as soon as possible from basic research discoveries. The MDC therefore supports spin-off creation and participates in collaborative networks. It works in close partnership with Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin in the jointly run Experimental and Clinical Research Center (ECRC), the Berlin Institute of Health (BIH) at Charité, and the German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK). Founded in 1992, the MDC today employs 1,600 people and is funded 90 percent by the German federal government and 10 percent by the State of Berlin.

Berlin Institute for Medical Systems Biology (BIMSB) is a young program at the MDC, where researchers specifically focus on gene regulatory mechanisms, supported by ‘omics’-technologies, computational methodologies and interdisciplinary interaction. The program is located at a new research building in the center of Berlin.
The Project Manager will report to the BIMSB Management and will be responsible for a wide range of scientific, organizational and administrative tasks related to the MDC/BIMSB International PhD Exchange Program.

Job description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Organization and management of PhD affairs, including training events and supporting recruitments to the international PhD exchange program with our partner universities (for example New York University)
• Outreach to potential international partner universities for strategic extension of the exchange program
• Organization and coordination of educational scientific events hosted by BIMSB (lecture series, summer schools, retreats etc.)
• Interfacing between scientific and administrative actions to support BIMSB researchers; liaising with scientists, administration and local, national and international external partners
• Assistance in application, coordination and reporting of program-specific grants

Requirements

Applicants must have a degree in life sciences or medicine. A PhD in life sciences is expected. Professional experience in the area of science management and/or communication would be of advantage. Further requirements are:

• Excellent organizational, writing and communication skills
• Professional command of both spoken and written English; professional command of German is a plus
• Knowledge of major national and EU funding instruments and experience in grant writing
• Experience in working for international research institutions and ability to effectively interact with multiple stakeholders on international and interdisciplinary levels
• Motivation and interpersonal skills to interact with researchers and administrative staff
• Passion for science, joy working in fast-paced professional settings, self-motivation, pro-active attitude, responsible and independent project handling
• Effective multi-tasking and the ability to work with tight deadlines are a must

We offer

• International working environment with communication in English and German
• Interesting career opportunities and a comprehensive range of qualification and further training opportunities
• Compatibility of family and career certified by the berufundfamilie audit
• Varied support for "New Berliners" (Welcome & Family Office)
• Company health management with fitness center

You also benefit from:

• A remuneration in accordance with the collective agreement for the federal public service (TVöD-Bund), including additional company pension schemes
• A modern research building in the center of Berlin
• Flexible working hours and childcare support
• Subsidy for the job ticket
• Additional health benefits such as flu vaccination, eye test, ergonomics advice at the workplace, hygiene measures (medical mouth-nose protection, self-tests, disinfectants)

Salary

Remuneration will be according to the TVöD Bund, depending on the personal requirements, up to the fee group E13.

Employment volume

full time

Desired starting date

October 1, 2022

Limitation

fixed term, The position is limited to 15 months, with the possibility of conversion to permanent employment.

Application Period

August 15, 2022 The MDC is committed to diversity and actively promotes equal opportunities for all employees regardless of their origin, religion, ideology, health impairment, age or sexual identity. We look forward to receiving applications from open-minded people who enjoy working in diverse teams. Applications from severely disabled persons will be given special consideration.

Contact

Verena Maier
Topic 1 Programm-Koordination
verena.maier@mdc-berlin.de

Please use our online portal and submit your application including a cover letter, CV (without photo, age and information about your family status) and other relevant attachments.

If you have a foreign degree, please submit proof of the recognition of your Master's degree in Germany with your application. The proof can be determined via the anabin database and can be submitted as a PDF attachment to the application.