Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum DKFZ | Germany | 69xxx Heidelberg | Temporary contract | Part time - flexible / Full time / Home office | Published since: 07.05.2026 on stepstone.de
Innovation Manager – Focus on Marketing and Technology Transfer (m/f/d)
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. To strengthen the team of innovation management, we are looking for a:n Innovation Manager:in (m/w/d) – focus on marketing. Reference number: 2026-0100 The innovation management (IM) of the DKFZ works at the interface of science and business and is responsible for the strategic and operational business development of the translation of DKFZ research into application. We offer you a responsible role with direct influence on the successful implementation of innovative ideas. They work in a dynamic environment that combines research and business and have space for independent work and your personal development. .
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
Market and potential analysis: You evaluate the commercial potential as well as the market opportunities of research results and clinical trials especially in the fields of therapeutics and medical devices. Marketing of innovations: You promote the exploitation of research results and intellectual property – from inventions and materials to data to software – and set up contracts, such as licensing and strategic cooperation. Project management at the latest level: You organize and coordinate projects efficiently, e.g. with a SharePoint-based system. Competition analysis and reporting: Benchmarking and precise reporting will help you identify trends and provide valuable decision bases. Technology screening and consulting: You support the scientists:individually in the application for third-party funding and thus strengthen the innovative strength and financing base of our research. Legal certainty for innovations: You are examining and designing technical contracts (e.g. MTA, CDA and licensing agreements) to secure intellectual property and to exploit profitably.
You have a well-founded scientific education (university and doctoral degree) in biology or medicine. You bring enthusiasm for innovation, a good sense of market potential and an eye for details. You think strategically, act solution-oriented and appreciate cooperation in interdisciplinary teams. You have well-founded experience in project management, in the design and negotiation of contracts and in contract management. We require knowledge in the field of intellectual property. Since many processes take place digitally with us, a safe handling of the office applications is obvious to you. A communicative personality and team capacity help you to achieve our goals. Negotiating English skills are presumed that German knowledge is desirable, but not necessarily necessary.
Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art infra structure 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 mobile work and part-time 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
 | Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum DKFZ | |
| 69120 Heidelberg | ||
| Germany |
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