0Personal Assistant to the Scientific Director (m/f/d)
Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum DKFZ | Germany | 69xxx Heidelberg | Temporary contract | Part time - flexible / Full time | Published since: 08.04.2026 on stepstone.de

Personal Assistant to the Scientific Director (m/f/d)

Branch: Humanities Branch: Humanities


The German Cancer Research Centre (DKFZ) is one of the largest cancer research centres in Europe. “Research for a life without cancer” is our mission and for this our world-class scientists work together with all employees. We investigate how cancer is created, identify cancer risk factors and look for new strategies that prevent people from suffering from cancer. We develop new methods that allow tumours to be diagnosed more precisely and cancer patients to be treated more successfully. Every contribution counts – whether in research, administration or infrastructure. This makes our daily work so meaningful and exciting. In order to strengthen the team in the board, we are looking for a:n Personal:n Speaker:in (m/w/d) of the Scientific Board at the next possible time. Reference number: 2026-0069 In this position, you work closely with the Scientific Board and support a variety of content, organizational and coordinating tasks. They are directly involved in strategic topics of an internationally renowned research centre and are actively involved in the preparation of decision-making processes and the coordination of science-related issues. You can move at the interface between science, administration and external partners and get comprehensive insights into the control of a large research institution as well as into scientific relations. Close cooperation in an interdisciplinary environment opens up valuable contacts and makes the position an ideal entry into science management. .

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You support the Scientific Board in this challenging position in close cooperation with the team in strategic and operational tasks – from interaction with scientific and administrative departments of the DKFZ to participation in the preparation of strategic cooperation projects with external partners. You analyze inquiries, perform correspondence, carry out research independently and create decision templates on this basis. You prepare committee meetings, appointments, reports and presentations of the Executive Board in substance, accompany their implementation and contribute to the content and organisational preparation of board meetings and the follow-up of key decisions. As a central contact person in matters of content and voting needs with the Scientific Board, you promote the exchange of information in the centre and with the cooperation partners of the DKFZ.

You have a successfully completed university degree, preferably in the natural or life sciences, medicine or in an adjacent subject area; Alternatively, you will bring a comparable qualification with experience in science management. A promotion is advantageous, but not absolutely necessary. You work quickly and independently in complex topics and can prepare them structured and address-oriented. You have very good knowledge of German and English as well as strong, written and visual communication skills. You work in a structured, independent and reliable manner and keep track of parallel topics. You like to work in the team and have good contact and network competence. You have a high motivation and interest in continuously developing and learning. You bring the willingness to occasional journeys at home and abroad. Application documents: Please submit the following documents: a letter of motivation in which you explain your interest in the position and your motivation for an activity in science management a tabular resume relevant certificates (e.g. university degree, doctorate certificate or doctoral certificate) further meaningful documents Please summarize your documents as much as possible in a PDF file.

Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art infrastructure and capacity for inter­national exchange at top level 30 days off Flexible working times Compensation according to TV-L including occupational pensions and benefits Possibility of parttime work Family friendly working environment Continuing to work: completed German-land job ticket Develop your full potential: targeted offers for your personal development promote your talents Our company health management offers a comprehensive range of services for your well-being

Location

ava Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum DKFZ
69120  Heidelberg
Germany

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