Leipzig: Student Assistant in Research Management (all genders)

At the Fraunhofer Institute for Cell Therapy and Immunology IZI, we bring together the expertise of our employees to drive medical progress. Our focus is on cell and gene therapy, pharmaceuticals and vaccines, molecular and immune diagnostics, and other innovative topics. We are the professional home for scientists, engineers, laboratory technicians, and administrative staff who work together in the service of health. Would you like to actively support the development of innovative research for the medicine of the future? Then you have come to the right place!

For our Research Management team at the Leipzig site, we are looking for a student assistant to start as soon as possible. The team, working closely with our scientists, is responsible for the strategic planning and development of the institute’s two business areas - Immuno-Oncology and Infectious Disease Pathology - as well as for acquiring public funding. In addition, the management of EU projects and large-scale strategic projects is a key part of research management activities.

Be part of change

• As a student assistant, you will support a variety of projects and day-to-day operations within research management.
• You will investigate topics such as funding programs, new technologies, industry trends, and markets in the field of biomedical research.
• While working intensively on those topics and large projects, you will systematically gather information and evaluate ways to present it concisely, e.g., for grant applications, presentations, and meetings.
• You will also assist with the organization, preparation, and execution of events.

What you contribute

• Enrollment as a student in the life sciences (e.g., Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Medicine, Pharmacy) or in economics/business studies
• Strong interest in research transfer and commercialization activities within the life sciences
• Ideally, first experience in event organization, but this is not mandatory
• Proficient skills in MS Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Very good written and spoken German and English
• You enjoy contributing your own ideas, appreciate diverse tasks, and do not shy away from day-to-day administrative duties. You work in a structured manner and can systematically prepare and present information for different audiences. You value interaction with people and communicate in a service- and solution-oriented way.

What we offer

• Exciting insights into one of Europe’s leading organizations for application-oriented research, where your contributions help create optimal conditions for transferring research results into practice, driving innovations for the medicine of tomorrow
• A varied mix of conceptual and operational tasks that provide valuable learning experiences for your future career
• Integration into a dedicated team with the opportunity to shape your area of work and contribute your ideas. You will receive personal guidance and support on eye level throughout your time with us.
• Flexible working hours tailored to your studies, including partial opportunities for home office, allowing you to manage your time independently
• Additional benefits: annual bonus payment, compensatory time off for overtime, company pension plan, capital-forming benefits, free car parking with charging stations for electric vehicles, secure bicycle parking, and discounted staff prices in the institute canteen

The position is initially limited to one year; however, longer-term employment is intended. Weekly working hours can be arranged according to your preference, between 10 and 20 hours per week.

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Our tasks are diverse and adaptable – for applicants with disabilities, we work together to find solutions that best promote their abilities. 

Ready for a change? Then apply now and make a difference! Once we have received your online application, you will receive an automatic confirmation of receipt. We will then get back to you as soon as possible and let you know what happens next.

Do you have questions about the position or the application process? We are here to help: 

Ilka Henze 
Head of Research Management 
Phone: +49 35536-9140 

Lea-Sophie Fingerhut 
Strategic Human Resources Development & Recruiting 
Email: bewerbung@izi.fraunhofer.de 
Phone: +49 341/35536-9224 

Fraunhofer Institute for Cell Therapy and Immunology IZI

Requisition Number: 83348                Application Deadline: