Knowledge Transfer Advisor*in (m/w/d)

Knowledge Transfer Advisor in the Communications department (m/w/d)

Berlin-Buch | Max Delbrück Center

The Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine (MDC) in the Helmholtz Association is an international biomedical research center dedicated to understanding the molecular mechanisms of health and disease with the goal to devise new diagnostics and medicines. The MDC is a member of the Helmholtz Association, Germany's largest scientific organization, and offers an engaging research environment with cutting-edge research infrastructure. Currently, ~1250 employees and ~500 guest scientists work at the Berlin-Buch and Berlin-Mitte campuses. Our diverse workforce is a core strength that inspires creativity and innovation at the MDC.

The MDC is committed to improving human health through transformative biomedical research. Our goal is to pioneer discoveries for preventing, treating, and ultimately curing disease.

The Communications Department of the Max Delbrück Center acts as a bridge between our research center and the public. We want to make the research and discoveries of our scientists transparent and comprehensible, our values and our knowledge process understandable and our research results visible and tangible for the public. Our aim is to share knowledge, create transparency and trust and ultimately, where possible, enable direct implementation - for example in schools. At the same time, we actively seek a dialog within society. We pay particular attention to the target groups in schools.

As a knowledge transfer advisor (m/w/d), you will be responsible for the Max Delbrück Center's knowledge transfer formats. You will work closely with colleagues in the communications department and with researchers.

Job Description

• Conception, coordination and implementation of outreach formats for teachers and students by the Max Delbrück Center (Lab meets Teacher/interface with the Life Science Learning Lab (Gläsernes Labor)/ MINT-EC, Jugend forscht/ Girl's Day) in cooperation with the stakeholders at our research center
• Coordination and organization of events for the general public, in particular the Long Night of Science and Berlin Science Week as well as similar formats
• Supervision of other knowledge transfer projects, in particular on art and science
• Collaboration, consulting and training of researchers for knowledge transfer
• Development of a concept to strengthen the dialog with citizens and the participation of patients

Requirements

• University degree in biology, medicine or a related scientific discipline and/or in the field of communication science/science communication
• Very good understanding of molecular biomedical research
• Proven knowledge and experience in science communication/knowledge transfer
• Knowledge of the school and extracurricular educational landscape, and experience in dealing with its stakeholders, especially in Berlin and Brandenburg
• Ability to prepare complex biomedical content for different target groups and convey it in an appealing way
• Strong communication skills, ability to work in a team and innovative spirit
• Ideally expertise in the knowledge transfer funding landscape and experience in acquiring third-party funding
• Very good knowledge of written and spoken English and German

We offer

• international working environment with communication in English and German
• interesting career opportunities and a range of opportunities for further qualification and training
• Compatibility of family and career certified by the workandfamily audit (“berufundfamilie audit”)
• Support for "New Berliners" through the MDC Welcome & Family Office
• On-campus health and fitness center

You also benefit from:

• a remuneration in accordance with the collective agreement for the federal public service (TVöD-Bund), including additional company pension schemes
• flexible working hours and childcare support
• an idyllic green campus, which is easily accessible by bicycle, public transport or car
• a secure job
• Subsidy for the job ticket as well as discounts in the campus canteen
• additional health benefits such as flu vaccination, eye test, ergonomics advice at the workplace
• the possibility of mobile working
• free use of Nextbike from the Buch S-Bahn station to the campus

Further Information:

• http://www.mdc-berlin.de

Job Type:

postdoc / scientific staff

Team:

Kommunikation

Application Period:

February 14, 2025

Workplace:

MDC Berlin-Buch

Salary:

Die Vergütung erfolgt nach TVöD Bund, je nach Vorliegen der persönlichen Voraussetzungen bis Entgeltgruppe 13.

Employment volume:

Full Time

Desired starting date:

April 01, 2025

Limitation:

Contact:

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

MDC values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive, fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equitable consideration for employment based on their experience and qualifications, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or other personal characteristics. We recognize that creating diverse teams that represent a broad range of experiences, perspectives and backgrounds strengthen our work and research. We welcome applications from open-minded people who embrace working together in a diverse environment. Applications from severely disabled people will be given particular consideration.

Application:

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