Computer Scientist / IT Specialist in Research Data Management (f / m / d)

Universität Hohenheim; Stuttgart; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Eine führende Universität in Stuttgart sucht einen Computer Scientist / IT Specialist für das Forschungsdatenmanagement. Der Schwerpunkt liegt auf der Entwicklung und Verbesserung von IT-Infrastrukturen zur Speicherung und Analyse von Forschungsdaten. Bewerbungen sind bis zum 7. November 2025 möglich. Flexibles Arbeiten und Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten werden angeboten.

Leistungen

Sichere Anstellung

Flexible Arbeitszeiten

Umfangreiche Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten

Qualifikationen

• Mindestens drei Jahre praktische Erfahrung in der Planung, dem Aufbau und der Optimierung komplexer IT-Infrastrukturen.
• Erfahrung mit virtuellen Umgebungen und Containern.
• Exzellente Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift.

Aufgaben

• Entwicklung und Verbesserung des Forschungsdatenmanagements.
• Management und Migration großer Datenmengen.
• Entwicklung und Implementierung von Schnittstellen für Datenanalysen.

Kenntnisse

Networking knowledge (security, VLAN, routing, switching, firewall)

Linux skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independence

Ausbildung

Abgeschlossenes Hochschulstudium in Informatik oder verwandten Disziplinen

Tools

VMware

Docker

Web services

Jobbeschreibung

Cluster of Excellence 3099 «GreenRobust»

The Cluster of Excellence 3099 «GreenRobust» (http://www.greenrobust.de) investigates robustness mechanisms of various plant species at all levels of biological organization in response to biotic and climatic disturbances. Within the cluster, research teams from the Universities of Tübingen, Hohenheim, and Heidelberg will collaborate. Large volumes of biological data will be generated, whose storage and analysis will be ensured through a modern research data management system.

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The University is seeking, starting January 1, 2026,

Computer Scientist / IT Specialist in Research Data Management (f / m / d) Fixed-term until December 31, 2032, with the possibility of subsequent tenure, up to pay grade E13 TV-L,

100 % - job sharing possible

YOUR TASKS

• Development and enhancement of research data management for the Cluster of Excellence : Establishment and maintenance of repositories, databases, and storage systems for short-term («hot storage») and long-term archiving of research data in collaboration with IT colleagues from the GreenRobust Cluster and the computing centers at partner universities
• Management and migration of large data volumes
• Development and implementation of interfaces and workflow pipelines for data analysis in collaboration with the researchers of the GreenRobust Cluster
• Contribution to software development for integrated data storage and analysis within the research data management framework
• Planning, implementation, and operation of IT infrastructure for research data management : User and client management under Windows, macOS, and Linux
• Installation / administration of hardware servers and virtual machines (mainly Linux)
• Setup and operation of web services (e.g., under Docker), database systems, and file servers, including ensuring server backups
• Development and monitoring of IT security concepts and implementation of data protection and compliance requirements
• Development of information systems and meta-search tools integrating distributed data sources to provide researchers with unified access
• Ensuring quality and standardization, contributing to metadata standards and interoperability concepts
• Active participation in consortia such as the NFDI and fostering cooperation with other research data centers to promote national and international exchange

YOUR PROFILE

• Completed university degree in computer science (e.g., Informatics, Data Science, Bioinformatics) or a related discipline, or in the natural sciences
• At least three years of practical experience in planning, building, and optimizing complex IT infrastructures
• Profound networking knowledge (security, VLAN, routing, switching, firewall) and strong Linux skills; confident use of Windows and macOS
• Experience with virtual environments and containers (VMware, Docker) as well as automated installation / configuration tools
• Solid knowledge of web services, server administration, and large storage systems
• Experience in project / network documentation, as well as incident and problem management
• Strong communication skills, reliability, teamwork, and independence
• Excellent command of written and spoken German and English

WE OFFER

• Top 10 most attractive employers in the region
• A dynamic and innovative working environment on a green, compact campus
• Secure employment and excellent work-life balance
• Flexible working hours and mobile work options
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities, with modern HR and organizational development
• JobTicket & JobBike programs, cafeteria, health promotion & university sports

The University of Hohenheim is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We value your skills, abilities, and strengths regardless of age, gender, origin, or religion. Applications from women are explicitly encouraged. Persons with disabilities or equivalent status are also particularly invited to apply and will be given preference in cases of equal qualification.

We look forward to receiving your application, including the usual documents (CV, certificates, motivation letter, etc.), which should be submitted by November 7, 2025, via our online portal (Link). For further information, please contact the Co-Speaker of the Cluster of Excellence GreenRobust, Prof. Dr. Karl Schmid, e-mail : [e-mail], Tel. [phone].

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