Tätigkeit im wissenschaftlichen Bereich

Scientfic Coordinator (w/m/d) – Cluster of Excellence 3022 "GreenRobust” Limited until 31.12.2032, bis E13 TV-L, 50 %

On a uniquely beautiful campus, the University of Hohenheim combines the three faculties of Agricultural Sciences, Natural Sciences, and Economics and Social Sciences, in which around 9,000 students are enrolled. Our green campus with its short distances promotes cooperation and creates a lively and inspiring environment for our approximately 2,000 employees to conduct research, teach and work. We are shaping a sustainable future and developing solutions for the social challenges of our time. Here, aspiring minds find a community in which they can grow and develop.

The Cluster of Excellence 3099 "GreenRobust” investigates the robustness mechanisms of various plant species at all levels of biological organisation in response to biotic and climatic disturbances. Within the cluster, various research teams from the Universities of Tübingen, Hohenheim and Heidelberg will collaborate. In this context, the University of Hohenheim is seeking to fill the following full-time position, limited to the duration of the cluster (until 31.12.2032), starting at the next possible date.

Your tasks

• Coordinate the research activities of the cluster research teams in Hohenheim and the other two locations, in particular with the main cluster coordination office at Tübingen University
• Support the Hohenheim cluster spokesperson in terms of content and coordination · Drive the scientific and structural development of the cluster
• Contribute to the regular reporting duties together with the main cluster office in Tübingen and the cluster spokespersons
• Coordinate finances at the Hohenheim location including set-up and management of cluster-internal funding schemes
• Supervise personnel management, the local cluster management office and daily administrative routines
• Act as liaison between researchers, university administration and the cluster partners
• Support the generalization and dissemination of scientific concepts revealed by cluster members
• Critical monitoring of cluster-related research activities

YOUR PROFIL

• Completed scientific university degree (Master’s or university diploma) and preferably a doctorate in biology, agricultural sciences, or a related natural science discipline
• Postdoctoral and international experience is desirable
• Experience in the management and coordination of (interdisciplinary) research projects is highly desireable
• Strong strategic and analytical mindset with a proactive and solution-oriented working style
• Working effectively both in an independent manner and as part of a diverse, collaborative team
• High level of communication skills, accountability and reliability ·
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English language

WHAT SETS US APPART

• Top 10 most attractive employers in the region
• Lively and innovative working environment on a green campus with short distances
• Flexible working hours and mobile working
• Versatile training and further education and modern personnel and organisational development

The University of Hohenheim promotes equal opportunities and diversity. We value your knowledge, skills, and strengths regardless of age, gender, origin, or religion. Applications from women are expressly welcome. People with severe disabilities and those of equal status are also particularly encouraged to apply and will be given preferential consideration if they are essentially equally qualified.

We look forward to receiving your application, which you should submit only via our online portal by 31 January 2026. If you have any questions, please contact the co-spokesperson of the GreenRobust Cluster of Excellence, Prof. Karl Schmid (Karl.Schmid@uni-hohenheim.de).

Bewerbungsfrist : 31.01.2026