Job description

The Karlsruhe Integrated Atmospheric Observation System (KIAOS) is a modular research infrastructure at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). The observation platform can be flexibly adapted and expanded depending on the scientific question at hand - both for short-term campaigns and for long-term observations. A key feature of KIAOS is the integration and coordinated further development of the four already established KIT infrastructures (AIDA, CARIBIC, KITcube, and TERENO) in conjunction with an innovative research data management. You will be responsible for the establishment, operation, and strategic development of the research infrastructure. Concerning the KIAOS process management, your responsibilities will include the management of the KIAOS team, infrastructure controlling, and committee support. In communications, you will represent KIAOS internally and externally and maintain an intensive network with cooperation partners and other stakeholders.

Starting date

01.02.2026

Personal qualification

You have a university degree (master's/diploma (University)) and a natural sciences doctorate in a relevant field. You have several years of experience in scientific organization, project management, the operation or administration of large research infrastructures, and the organization of measurement campaigns. You have expertise in dealing with complex measurement infrastructures and scientific standards, as well as experience in the field of research data management. In addition, you are distinguished by your strong organizational and communication skills, your ability to work in interdisciplinary teams, and your excellent German and English language skills.