Officer (m/f/d) for Technology Transfer and Project Management

For the consolidation of the framework structures for the Cluster of Excellence Post Lithium Storage (POLiS) we are looking at the Center for Electrochemical Energy Storage Ulm – Karlsruhe (CELEST) for an

Officer (m/f/d) for Technology Transfer and Project Management

The electrochemical storage and conversion of energy is one of the key technologies for the realization of the energy transition and electromobility. As a partner of the "Center for Electrochemical Energy Storage Ulm - Karlsruhe" (CELEST), one of the world's largest research platforms in this field, Ulm University is involved in various research programs, such as the DFG-funded Cluster of Excellence POLiS. Our goal: to help shape the transformation to a climate-neutral society by developing high-performance battery storage systems that are simultaneously sustainable, safe and cost-effective.

The CELEST office is responsible for coordinating the participation of Ulm University and the other partners in CELEST (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Center for Solar Energy and Hydrogen Research Baden-Württemberg) in relevant programs. It supports the acquisition and realization of new projects and is active in the areas of technology transfer and science communication.

We offer a varied and challenging work environment with responsibility, creative freedom, versatile training opportunities through the University of Ulm as well as a great working atmosphere in a small and highly motivated team. Employment and payment as well as other benefits are provided according to the rules of the public service (TV-L EG 13). The position is limited until December 31, 2025 and only conditionally suitable for part-time work. The CELEST office is based both in Karlsruhe as well as in Ulm. The place of work is planned to be in Ulm. Occasional travel between both offices will be necessary.

Your profile:

You have a doctorate in natural sciences or engineering (or are about to complete your doctorate) and have several years of professional experience in research. Broad scientific knowledge of energy storage topics is desirable. Ideally, you have professional experience in science management, the maintenance and development of industrial networks and the management of third-party funds. You are characterized by very good communication skills and an experienced and professional appearance in cooperation with different hierarchical levels. Very good written and spoken German and English language skills round off your profile.

Your responsibilities:

You maintain contacts in industry and support technology transfer by organizing exchange formats. You will administer projects in the POLiS and CELEST theme worlds (independent project planning, project monitoring and control, project accounting). Your tasks also include the independent moderation of workshops as well as the content management of conference and trade fair appearances/stands and the planning and implementation of topic-specific events.