Scientific Coordinator*in (m/f/d)

Scientific Coordination of the Senckenberg Synthesis and Solutions Labs (m/f/d)

Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung (SGN), Frankfurt am Main

The Senckenberg Gesellschaft für Naturforschung (SGN) was founded in 1817 and is one of the most important research institutions in the field of biodiversity. At its 13 locations throughout Germany, scientists from more than 40 nations conduct cutting-edge research on an international scale. The Society's headquarter is in the Main metropolis of Frankfurt in the heart of Germany. This is also where one of the best-known Senckenberg facilities, the Senckenberg Natural History Museum, is located. The Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Centre (SBiK-F) explores the interactions between biodiversity, climate, and society.

Scientific Coordination of the Senckenberg Synthesis and Solutions Labs (m/f/d)

(Full-time / Part-time possible)

How can insect diversity be promoted? Which tree species belong in the "forest of the future"? What is needed for a conflict-free coexistence between humans and wolves? Answers to these and similar questions are to be developed in the future in so-called Solutions Labs. With a major programmatic expansion, Senckenberg, in collaboration with the Institute for Social-Ecological Research (ISOE), is establishing inter- and transdisciplinary Synthesis and Solutions Labs (short: Solutions Labs). The Solutions Labs act as “interface hubs” between science and society. A wide range of actors—from science, politics, and business to the general public—come together to jointly develop action options for the protection and promotion of biodiversity. The scientific management of the Solutions Labs, together with its team, fosters transdisciplinary collaboration in knowledge generation between scientific and societal actors (co-design, co-production, co-dissemination).

Your tasks

• Management, scientific conception, and coordination of the Solutions Labs
• Establishment of working methods and impact mechanisms of the Solutions Labs
• Internal consulting at Senckenberg regarding requirements, implementation paths, and expectations for emerging and ongoing Solutions Labs
• Evaluation and monitoring of Solutions Labs activities
• Networking with comparable national and international actors
• Supporting professional and public dissemination through various channels (publications, social media)
• Acquisition of third-party funding
• Budget monitoring

Your profile

• An academic degree (PhD or several years of professional experience in a research-related environment) with a focus on biodiversity-related topics (natural or social sciences)
• Skills in networking science with actors from politics, administration, associations, businesses, and intermediaries – ideally in a national and international context
• Experience in science management (particularly in coordination and communication, budget responsibility, acquisition of funding, organizational development)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a structured manner
• The ability to quickly familiarize yourself with the diverse topics of the specific Solutions Labs
• Language proficiency in German and English

Additionally desired:

• Proven scientific expertise in a relevant field
• Experience in team leadership and personnel management
• International experience, preferably in the Global South

What is awaiting you?

• An attractive and challenging position in a motivated interdisciplinary context at Senckenberg, with personnel responsibility for the operational team of the Solutions Labs (2 postdocs, 1 assistant)
• The opportunity to contribute scientifically to the Solutions Labs yourself
• Independent work in an international and professional environment
• Flexible working hours – leave of absence due to family reasons (audit “berufundfamilie”) – parent-child-office – annual special payment – company pension scheme – Senckenberg badge for free entry in museums in Frankfurt – leave of 30 days/year.

Place of employment: Frankfurt, working hours: full-time (40 hrs/week); part time close to full-time possible, type of contract: initially limited to two years; a permanent position is intended, salary: according to the collective agreement of the State of Hessen (TV-H E 13 or 14), depending on qualifications

Senckenberg is committed to diversity. We benefit from the different expertise, perspectives and personalities of our staff and welcome every application from qualified candidates, irrespective of age, gender, ethnic or cultural origin, religion and ideology, sexual orientation and identity or disability. Women are particularly encouraged to apply, as they are underrepresented in the field of this position; in the case of equal qualifications and suitability they will be given preference. Applicants with disabilities (“Schwerbehinderung”) will be given preferential consideration in case of equal suitability. Senckenberg actively supports the compatibility of work and family and places great emphasis on an equal and inclusive work culture.

You would like to apply?

Then please send us your complete and informative/significant application documents (cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae, certificates and references/CV, training and work references, letter of motivation) in electronic form (as one PDF file) by 01.12.2024 to recruiting(at)senckenberg.de, quoting the reference number #11-24006, or apply directly on our homepage using the online application form.

E-Mail: recruiting(at)senckenberg.de

For more information please contact

Mr. Prof. Dr. Thomas Müller (thomas.mueller(at)senckenberg.de) or Mrs. Dr. Kerstin Höntsch (kerstin.hoentsch(at)senckenberg.de).