Officer for Strategic Support of Research Grant Applications (m/w/d)

„Research for a life without cancer“ is our mission at the
German Cancer Research Center. We investigate how cancer develops, identify
cancer risk factors and look for new cancer prevention strategies. We develop
new methods with which tumors can be diagnosed more precisely and cancer
patients can be treated more successfully. Every contribution counts –
whether in research, administration or infrastructure. This is what makes our
daily work so meaningful and exciting.

The Grants Office of the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) is
seeking to expand its team by appointing a

Officer for Strategic Support of Research Grant Applications

Reference number: 2024-0337

* Heidelberg
* Full-time
* Grants Office
The Grants Office advises and supports DKFZ scientists in acquiring funding
from national and international funding organizations for projects in the field
of cancer research.

Your Tasks

* Provide information, guidance and individual support for DKFZ scientists
seeking suitable funding programs for their research (e.g. German, EU and
international funding programs, with a focus on research valorization)
* Assist scientists in preparing the strategic orientation and content of
their third-party funded grant applications from the project idea to the draft
and full application phase
* Read and provide feedback on grant proposals for individual and
collaborative research
* Organize and carry out workshops and information events for various target
groups on relevant topics related to third-party funding and grant applications
* Provide text modules for grant applications
* Close collaboration with the project administration team of the Grants
Office as well as with other administrative departments
Your Profile

* Master's and PhD degree in a relevant discipline in natural sciences,
ideally with postdoctoral experience
* Proven experience and knowledge of German and international research
funding programs
* Experience in the acquisition and administration of third-party funded
research projects
* Interest in supporting researchers to exploit their scientific results via
funding programs
* Service-minded work ethos, capacity to work in an intercultural setting
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work
effectively in a team and independently
* Ability to work proactively and creatively
* Strong organizational skills, good time management and structured thinking
* Excellent knowledge of MS Office
* Fluent spoken and written German and English are essential
We Offer

* Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art equipment and
oppor­tunities for inter­national networking at the highest level
* 30 days of vacation per year
* Flexible working hours
* Remuneration according to TV-L incl. occupational pension plan and
capital-forming payments
* Possibility of mobile work and part-time work
* Family-friendly working environ­ment
* Sustainable travel to work: subsidized Germany job ticket
* Unleash your full potential: targeted offers for your personal development
to further develop your talents
* Our Corporate Health Management Program offers a holistic approach to your
well-being
Contact:
Dr. Aynur Kaya Copur
Phone: +49 6221 42-2711

The position is initially limited to 2 years with the possibility of
prolongation.

Are you interested?

Then become part of the DKFZ and join us in contributing to a life without
cancer!
Apply now

We are convinced that an innovative research and working environment thrives
on the diversity of its employees. Therefore, we welcome applications from
talented people, regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality,
ethnicity, sexual identity, physical ability, religion and age. People with
severe disabilities are given preference if they have the same aptitude.

Notice: We are subject to the regulations of the Infection Protection Act
(IfSG). Therefore, all our employees must provide proof of immunity against
measles.

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