Head of the "Computation and Data Service Platform" (m/f/...

Einführung

The Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF) e. V. is seeking a Head of the Computation and Data Service Platform to manage and develop its research data strategy and infrastructure projects.

Aufgaben

Management including personnel responsibility of the Computation and Data Service Platform of the ZALF; representation of the platform and participation in the various ZALF boards
Further development and implementation of the research data strategy at ZALF as well as drafting of research data strategy papers and statements to national and international institutions
Management and coordination of larger data and simulation infrastructure projects and acquisition of further projects
Representation and promotion of the strategic interests of ZALF in national and international initiatives and networks (e.g. NFDI, EU Partnership Agricultural of Data, etc.)
Promotion and networking of the platform with its services in the field of research data management and model and simulation infrastructure within ZALF and with the national and international community
Development and implementation of performance recording for the platform's working groups

Voraussetzungen

University degree, preferably doctorate in a field related to ZALF
Relevant experience in research data management or software development management
Leadership skills and experience in staff management
Proven experience in coordinating collaborative research or infrastructure projects
Basic understanding of the national and international science system, especially of programs in the areas of research data management and model development/simulation
Proven experience in writing project proposals, statements and strategy documents
Ability to quickly familiarize yourself with complex issues and to respond effectively and solution-oriented in complex situations
High degree of proactivity, a willingness to cooperate, as well as excellent communication and teamwork skills in an interdisciplinary and international environment
Very good communication and writing skills in German and English

Benefits

An interdisciplinary and international working environment that promotes proactive, responsible and independent work
Attractive and crisis-proof remuneration according to the collective agreement of the federal states (TV-L) up to E15 (including annual special payment, mobile working, family-friendly personnel management, further training)
Supplementary pension for public service (VB-L)
A collegial and open-minded working atmosphere in a dynamic research institution
Company ticket for public transport
Support the work-life balance certified through the audit 'berufundfamilie' (work and family)
Support for professional and interdisciplinary continuing education and training as well as qualification
Climate-friendly organizational practices (purchasing, vehicle fleet, energy management)
Meaningful work close to nature before the gates of Berlin