The Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging (IBMI) at Helmholtz Munich and the Chair of Biological Imaging (CBI) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) are an integrated, multi-disciplinary research unit. Together they form the cornerstone of a rapidly expanding bioengineering ecosystem in Munich, Germany; 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, medicine, and the environment. Comprising 11 inter-disciplinary laboratories and scientists from more than 25 countries, IBMI offers state-of-the-art infrastructure for innovative research and an ideal environment to accelerate your career.

We now seek a highly qualified and motivated Science manager (f/m/d) to support our ongoing third-party projects and the preparation of new grant applications.

The Mission:

The IBMI science management team provides comprehensive administrative support to our researchers, giving them room to focus their full creative potential on developing the imaging and sensing technology of tomorrow.

The successful candidate will specifically:

• Lead project management activities, including financial and personnel allocations and preparation of financial and scientific reports, of intramural projects and projects externally funded by German, European and international agencies (e.g. EU, DFG, BMBF, NIH)
• Lead applications for third-party funding from national and international funding agencies
• Act as the interface between IBMI scientists and the central administrations of Helmholtz Munich and TUM, external partners and national and international funding agencies
• Organize and participate in project meetings and workshops in Munich and abroad
• Proofread scientific texts aimed at diverse target audiences (e.g. researchers, the general public, stakeholders, regulatory bodies)
• Support IBMI operations, public relations, and marketing activities

Your Profile:

The successful applicant must have the following:

• PhD degree in natural sciences, electrical engineering, physics, optics, medical technology, biomedical computing, or related fields
• Experience in scientific management with a focus on research fund administration and finances, especially for EU projects
• Experience in independent writing of scientific texts, particularly proposals for competitive research funding
• Strong organizational and management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to present interdisciplinary research projects to diverse audiences
• Business fluent in English and German, both in written and spoken form
• Experience with word processing, worksheet, database, data analysis, and graphics software
• Independent, flexible, and solution-oriented working style and commitment to quickly familiarize with new, interdisciplinary research projects
• Proven capability to work independently and in teams

Our Offer

We offer you the unique chance to make a difference in future healthcare. At IBMI, we strongly believe that outstanding science needs outstanding science management. 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 with excellent opportunities for professional growth. You will be part of a dynamic, professional, and highly motivated team within a stimulating environment and gain international exposure through our partners and collaborators across Europe and the world. We support career development, continued education, and life-long learning.

Situated on the foothills of the Alps, Munich is consistently ranked as one of the most vibrant and enjoyable 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 truly inspiring intellectual atmosphere.

The successful applicant will initially have a 2-year contract, with the possibility of extension. Salary will commensurate with work experience and seniority (TV EntgO Bund EG 13/14). To promote diversity, we welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion, and age. Qualified applicants with physical disabilities will be given preference.

Your Application:

We are looking forward to receiving your comprehensive online application, including your letter of motivation, CV, and academic transcripts of records, preferably in English.

For any questions, please contact:

Dr. Andreas Hillmair
email: andreas.hillmair@helmholtz-munich.de
tel.: 089 3187 2846

Helmholtz Zentrum München
German Research Center for Environmental Health (GmbH)
Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging (IBMI)
Ingolstädter Landstraße 1
85764 Neuherberg, Germany

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The Chair of Biological Imaging (CBI) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging (IBMI) at the Helmholtz Zentrum München (HMGU) in Munich, Germany are an integrated, multi-disciplinary research structure and form the cornerstone of a rapidly expanding bioengineering ecosystem in Munich; including the Research Center TranslaTUM and the Helmholtz Pioneer Campus, which integrate bioengineering with oncology and metabolic disorders, respectively. CBI 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, CBI 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. CBI 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, CBI 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, we now seek a highly qualified and motivated scientific fundraising manager (f/m). This position will be integral to the CBI fundraising strategy and will work closely with the Chair’s Director and the CBI Head of Fundraising as part of the CBI science management team.

The mission:

The CBI science 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 CBI 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 CBI 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 CBI public relations and marketing activities
• Proof-read scientific texts

Your profile:

The successful applicant must have the following:

• Ph.D. degree in natural sciences or engineering
• Extensive experience writing texts for scientific audiences, including one or more proposals for competitive funding
• Excellent ability to analyze and present complex research projects for various audiences
• Excellent command of English and German, both written and spoken
• Independent, flexible, and solution-oriented working style
• Strong organizational and management skills
• Commitment to quickly familiarize with new, interdisciplinary research projects
• Collaborative spirit and ability to work on a highly international and interdisciplinary team
• Solid IT skills (MS Office, Photoshop etc.)
• Business-oriented skills or background are an advantage

Our offer:

At CBI, we strongly believe in scientific excellence and innovation. This is your opportunity to be part of and to advance your career in a world-leading research institute, where bioengineering principles meet today’s challenges in biology and medicine to develop the solutions of tomorrow.  CBI provides a highly international, multi-disciplinary environment offering excellent opportunities for professional growth and everything you need to achieve outstanding research findings leading to high-impact publications. 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 1-year contract, with the possibility of extension. Salary will be commensurate with work experience and seniority in accordance the public service wage agreement of the Free State of Bavaria (TV-L E13). As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, TUM explicitly encourages applications from women as well as from all others who would bring additional diversity dimensions to the university’s research and teaching strategies. Preference will be given to disabled candidates with essentially the same qualifications.

Your application:

We are looking forward to receiving your comprehensive application including your letter of motivation, CV and academic transcripts of records preferably in English and in a single PDF file, via email to cbi.recruitment@tum.de. Please indicate “Scientific fundraising manager (f/m)” in the subject line.

For any question please contact:

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

Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Chair of Biological Imaging (CBI)
Ismaningerstr. 22
81675 Munich, Germany
Web page: www.cbi.ei.tum.de