Project Manager (f/m/d) for EU doctoral network LUMIERE

The Max-Born Institute for Nonlinear Optics and Short Pulse Spectroscopy (MBI) conducts basic research in the field of nonlinear optics and ultrafast dynamics arising from the interaction of light with matter and pursues applications that emerge from this research. It develops and uses ultra-fast and ultra-intense lasers and laser-driven short-pulse light sources in a broad spectral range in combination with methods of nonlinear spectroscopy. With its research, MBI fulfils a national mission and is an integral part of the international scientific community.

The Max-Born Institute invites applications for a Project Manager (f/m/d) for the EU-funded doctoral network. The EU doctoral network LUMIERE is dedicated to development of novel biomimetic photoswitches and investigation of their ultrafast dynamics by state-of-the-art experimental methods, such as time-resolved photoelectron spectroscopy and transient absorption spectroscopy. The network comprises nine research partners in several EU member and associated countries: Germany, France, Italy, Sweden, Czech Republic, UK. The network will employ 10 doctoral candidates and involves several associated partners including four commercial companies.

Responsibilities

• Communication with the European Commission on behalf of the network coordinator and network partners.
• Communication with network partners and doctoral students on behalf of the network coordinator.
• Moderation of the network communication groups.
• Preparation of the network’s reports to EU based on the input from the partners.
• Preparation, implementation and follow-up of the doctoral network activities, such as in-person and virtual meetings, seminars, schools as well as arrangements of venue, catering, and accommodation, in close cooperation with the organising/hosting network partners. Writing the minutes of meetings.
• Supporting the network partners in public communication and dissemination for the network, such as creation and management of the network’s website, newsletters, print, social media, etc.
• Overseeing and management of the joint network budget, in line with decisions of the Supervisory Board.

Requirements:

• University or university of applied sciences degree in natural sciences, engineering or comparable training with a technical background. PhD is desirable.
• Proven professional experience in project management is desirable.
• Experience in EU projects and/or in collaborating with different target groups (companies, research, public institutions).
• Self-reliant, committed and proactive way of working, team-oriented communication, excellent analytical and conceptual skills.
• High level of proficiency in scientific writing, in written and spoken English.
• Willingness to travel.

We offer a challenging and versatile position with opportunities for professional development. Payment according to the pay scale TVöD Bund up to tariff group 13, equivalent to experience and knowledge, is possible. We aim for part-time employment (75%). The position is limited to 2 years with the possibility of extension for another 2 years.

MBI is an equal-opportunity employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply.

If equally qualified, severely handicapped persons are given preference.

MBI supports the reconcilability of family and working life and is certified by the audit workandfamily (audit berufundfamilie) as a family-friendly employer.

Please upload your application, including cover letter, curriculum vitae, certificates and description of previous professional activities electronically via the MBI online recruiting platform at https://mbi-berlin.de/career. The advertisement is open with immediate effect and will remain open until the position is filled.

For further information about the project, please contact Oleg Kornilov (kornilov(at)mbi-berlin.de).