The Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging (IBMI) at the Helmholtz Zentrum München (HMGU) in Munich, Germany, and the Chair of Biological Imaging (CBI) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) are an integrated, multi-disciplinary research structure and form the cornerstone of a rapidly expanding bioengineering ecosystem in Munich; including the Helmholtz Pioneer Campus and the Research Center TranslaTUM, which integrate bioengineering with metabolic disorders and oncology, respectively. IBMI scientists develop next-generation imaging and sensing methods to measure previously inaccessible properties of living systems, hence, catalyzing breakthroughs in biology and medicine. Comprising 11 inter-disciplinary laboratories and scientists from more than 25 countries, IBMI offers state-of-the-art infrastructure for innovative research and a perfect environment to accelerate your career.

Join our team and be part of our rich and dynamic research culture of enquiry and innovation. IBMI researchers come from the top ranks of physics, chemistry, engineering, and biomedicine and attract significant investment from national and international sources. Our scientists serve in international societies and conferences and are recipients of a multitude of top international and German awards, including the prestigious Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz prize and several ERC awards. In addition to scientific excellence, IBMI promotes entrepreneurship, company spin-off activities, and collaborations with other top academic institutions and leading corporations in the photonics, pharmaceuticals and healthcare sectors.

To support our fundraising activities and financial management, we now seek a highly qualified and motivated scientific fundraising manager (f/m). This is a leadership position that will be integrated with the IBMI management team and work closely with the Institute’s Director and the IBMI operations manager.

The mission:

The IBMI management team provides comprehensive administrative support to our scientists, giving them room to focus their full creative potential on developing the imaging techniques of tomorrow.

The scientific fundraising manager will specifically:

• Lead applications for third-party funding from national and international funding agencies
• Scout new funding opportunities
• Support developing, authoring, and compiling grant proposals together with IBMI scientists
• Coordinate proposal submission and fund administration
• Support project management activities, including financial controlling and compilation of financial and scientific reports
• Work at the interface between IBMI scientists and the central administrations of HMGU and TUM, external partners and national and international funding agencies
• Organize and participate in project meetings and workshops in Munich and abroad
• Support IBMI public relations and marketing activities
• Proof-read scientific texts

Your profile:

The successful applicant must have the following:

• University degree in natural sciences or engineering, preferably with a PhD degree
• Excellent analytical skills and marketing ability of new ideas
• Outstanding writing skills, experience with independent writing of scientific texts, and excellent presentation skills
• Independent, flexible, and solution-oriented working style
• Strong organizational and management skills
• Commitment to familiarize with new, interdisciplinary research projects
• Collaborative spirit and ability to work on a highly international and interdisciplinary team
• Excellent command of English and German
• Solid IT skills (MS Office, Photoshop etc.)
• Business-oriented skills or background are an advantage

Our offer:

At IBMI, we strongly believe that outstanding science needs outstanding science management and for this we rely on a strong team of experienced science managers. This is your opportunity to be part of and to advance your career in a novel, quickly expanding vocational field at the intersection of science and administration. IBMI provides a highly international, multi-disciplinary environment offering excellent opportunities for professional growth. We support career development, continuing education and teaching and training opportunities.

Situated in the foothills of the Alps, Munich is consistently ranked as one of the most liveable cities in the world, with an exceptionally high quality of life. Greater Munich is also home to several world-class universities and research institutes, creating a vibrant intellectual atmosphere.

The successful applicant will initially have a 2-year contract, with the possibility of extension. Salary will be commensurate with work experience and seniority (TV EntgO Bund EG 13). The Helmholtz Zentrum München, as holder of the Bavarian Advancement of Women Prize and of the Total E-Quality Certificate, is striving to increase the overall proportion of women on its staff and, thus, expressly urges qualified women to apply. Preference will be given to disabled candidates with essentially the same qualifications.

Your application:

We are looking forward to receiving your comprehensive online application, preferably in English.

For any questions please contact:

Dr. Barbara Schroeder
email: barbara.schroeder@helmholtz-muenchen.de
tel.: +49 89 3187 4180