Job Description

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) is one of the largest universities in Germany. Thanks to its location in the Rhine-Main science region, the university can unfold to its full potential and showcase its innovative power and dynamism. Its status as a comprehensive university allows for multidisciplinary learning and teaching and has great potential for internationally renowned, interdisciplinary research. Almost all of its institutes are located on a single campus close to the Mainz city center – creating a lively academic culture for researchers, teaching staff, and students from every continent.

Your tasks:

Supporting the institute's board in all organizational and administrative matters, incl. the recruitment and selection process of members to IQCB Administration of the institute's finances, incl. + financial reporting, annual accounts and statements of expenditure
+ maintaining budget databases
+ travel expense reports
+ supporting the institute management with applications for third-party funding
Maintaining the institute's website and social media channels, incl. summaries of recently published computational tools, studies and methods relevant to IQCB Participation in the preparation of scientific proposals, reports and publications Preparing and editing text documents and presentations in German and English as well as compiling statistics Planning, organization and documentation of (international) seminars, scientific meetings and public outreach measures as well as guest visits and on-site reviews Serving as the first point of contact for the members of the institute, the university and external partners

Your profile:

Completed scientific university degree, preferably in the field of computational biology, physics, mathematics or a related field A PhD in one of the above fields is desirable A very good command of English and German (written and spoken) is required (at least B2-C1) Very good organizational skills and attention to detail, excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact with scientists and administrators at all levels are essential Good knowledge and experience in + Website content management (e.g. Typo3, WordPress)
+ Standard PC programmes (MS Office, incl. Word, Excel and PowerPoint; image editing software; Adobe Acrobat)

Prior knowledge and experience in the following areas is advantageous:


Science management and projects management Applicable procurement policies and regulations, budgetary law, and proper accounting for funds management Supervising and instructing employees Personnel recruitment in compliance with current standards, incl. equal treatment Event management and public outreach measures Working in an international academic environment

We are looking for a highly motivated, reliable and flexible person with the ability to work independently and creatively within a team.



The position is paid according to

EG 13 TV-L

and to be filled Employment start date . The position is temporary for a fixed term until 31.12.2028.


JGU is diverse and welcomes qualified applications from people with varied backgrounds.


Applications from older candidates are welcome.


We aim to increase the number of women in management positions and therefore encourage female candidates to apply.


People with severe disabilities and people with disabilities who are treated equally in accordance with Section 2 (3) SGB IX will be given preferential consideration if they are suitable.


Are you ready for a new challenge and interested in this varied and responsible position? Then submit your complete application [cover letter, CV, references, relevant (work) certificates (with German recognition if applicable)] by

Application period end

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