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„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

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!

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, personal 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.

Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum | Im Neuenheimer Feld 280 | 69120 Heidelberg | www.dkfz.de

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Aktualisiert am 15.11.2024

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