Scientific Grants Advisor

Provide information, guidance and individual support for DKFZ scientists seeking suitable funding programs for their research (e.g., German, EU, and international funding programs, with a focus on research valorization) Assist scientists in preparing the strategic and orientation of their third-party funded grant applications from the project idea to the draft and full application phase Read and provide feedback on grant proposals for individual and collaborative research Organize and carry out workshops and information events for various target groups on relevant topics related to third-party funding and grant applications Identification of research results at DKFZ with transfer potential and proactive work on increasing participation in transfer oriented grants Provide text modules for grant applications Close collaboration within the “Scientific Grants Advisors and EU Strategy Group” and with the “Proposal and Project Administration Group” of the Grants Office, as well as other administrative departments such as Innovation Management at DKFZ

Master's and PhD degree in a discipline relevant in natural or life sciences, ideally with postdoctoral experience and/or company experience Proven experience and knowledge of German and international research programs funding, especially for valorization grants such as EIC grants, BMFTR Go-Bio and similar Experience in the acquisition of third-party funded research projects Interest in supporting researchers to exploit their scientific results via programs funding Service-minded work ethos, capacity to work in an intercultural setting Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work effectively in a team and independently Ability to work proactively, creatively, and goal-oriented approach Experience in deadline-oriented work Ability to prepare and communicate complex content to specific target groups Strong organizational, time-management, and structured thinking skills Excellent knowledge of MS Office Fluent spoken and written German and English essential

Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art equipment and opportunities for international networking at the highest level 30 days of vacation per year Flexible working hours Remuneration according to TV-L incl. occupational pension plan and capital-forming payments Possibility of mobile work and part-time work Family-friendly working environment Sustainable travel to work: subsidized Germany job ticket Unleash your full potential: targeted offers for your personal development promote your talents Our Corporate Health Management Program offers a holistic approach to your well-being