Science Support
Careers in and for science at Forschungszentrum Jülich
Whether in research management, in the lab, in engineering and IT, in administration or in service-oriented roles – with us, you will find numerous opportunities to contribute your strengths. Whether you are just starting out after completing your training or studies, hold a PhD, or already have professional experience, Forschungszentrum Jülich offers a wide range of pathways to actively support science.
Science management
In science management, you may take on roles in project management, work as an advisor, or be part of Projektträger Jülich. You contribute your scientific expertise and specialist knowledge while supporting research and innovation through your organisational and project management skills.
Key areas of responsibility:
- Project management: Coordinating research projects and programmes internally and with external partners
- Committees and working groups: Organising and supporting committees while maintaining key stakeholder relationships
- Strategic planning and implementation of funding measures: Identifying and implementing funding programmes for research and collaboration
- Strategy development: Supporting strategic processes, providing advice and communicating key topics
Interested in actively supporting research? Then explore our current research management opportunities.
Laboratories, engineering & IT
Whether in the lab, in workshops, in technical infrastructure or in IT – here, you make a contribution that is both valuable and essential. With your expertise, you ensure that research runs smoothly and that excellence is possible. You create the foundations on which our researchers work and innovation can thrive.
Insights from practice: Gain personal insights in a talk by Pascal Landolt, who shares his experience working in and with the workshops on campus.
Research Software Engineering plays a key role at Forschungszentrum Jülich. Find out more about possible tasks and areas of work.
Explore our open positions in laboratories, engineering and IT, and find the place where your expertise enables research for the future.
Administration and services
Behind every successful research endeavour are people who ensure that organisation and processes run smoothly behind the scenes. In our administrative and service-oriented areas, you will manage key processes and enjoy a varied working day.
Whether in HR and finance, procurement, corporate development and communications, or in safety-related roles such as our on-site fire brigade – your expertise and commitment ensure that everything runs smoothly and that science has the best possible conditions.
There are many exciting opportunities in our administrative and service areas. Explore our open positions and become part of the team.
Further insights and information
Interested in gaining more insights? Get to know our colleagues!
Does this sound interesting to you? Then find out how to apply with us – including all the key tips and information for every step of the application process.
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