Computer Scientist – Research Data Management & IT Infrastructure (m/f/d)

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) – The University of the Helmholtz Association In dialogue with society, KIT develops solutions for major challenges – from climate change, energy transition and sustainable use of natural resources to artificial intelligence, technological sovereignty and demographic change. As the University in the Helmholtz Association, KIT combines scientific excellence from knowledge gain to application orientation under one roof – and is thus in a unique position to advance this transformation. As a university of excellence, KIT offers its more than 10,000 employees and its 22 800 students outstanding opportunities to shape a sustainable and resilient future. KIT – Science for Impact. We are looking for the Institute for Catalysis Research and Technology (IKFT) from 01.03.2026 Computer Science (m/d)

In the course of this activity, you will be responsible for: Building and further development of research data management at IKFT Advising users to established data management procedures Implementation of FAIR-compliant data solutions including electronic laboratory books and repositories Support in creating project applications for research projects on data management Operator for operational IT operation and IT infrastructure (including system and network operation at IKFT, procurement management, service and support) and IT officer at IKFT Planning, introduction, further development and detachment of IT systems (server, database, services) Development of an IT strategy for the IKFT with implementation concept based on the KIT requirements Concept development, construction and operation for the central data management of technical installations

A completed university degree in a natural or engineering course focusing on modelling, data, information technology or a comparable course of study Experience in building and maintaining research data management for the complex scientific operation multiannual experience in building and operating database systems Experience in IT compliance and data protection High service and team orientation, ability to transparent and targeted communication High cooperation capability to achieve common objectives Self-employed, solution-oriented and analytical methods independent and continuous training, in particular in new digital methods strong IT security awareness German knowledge of C2 level and English knowledge at least on B2 level

Part of the only German university of excellence with major national research and work in an international environment under outstanding working conditions. Start professionally with targeted training as well as wide-ranging further training offers. Benefit from flexible working time models (Gleitzeit, Homeoffice), various sports and leisure activities as well as child and holiday care services. We also offer a grant to the BW Job Ticket, amounting to 25 €/month, and a multi-page offer in various menus. In the case of the same suitability, people with difficulty are recognised. .