Graduate Office Trainee

EMBL; Heidelberg; Hybrid; EUR 20.000 - 40.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking an EIPP Trainee to support graduate recruitment and student assistance within their Internal Scientific Training Team. This role offers hands-on experience in academic programme coordination, contributing to the development of young scientists in a dynamic and inclusive environment. You will engage with a diverse team, enhancing your professional skills in communication, event organization, and project management. If you're passionate about science and education, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact.

Leistungen

Flexible working arrangements

Free shuttle buses

On-site library

Subsidized gym

Cafeterias

Casual dress code

Sports and social activities

Family benefits including nursery and holiday clubs

Workplace insurance coverage

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in life sciences, education, management, or related fields.
• Strong organizational and communication skills required.

Aufgaben

• Support graduate recruitment and handle applicant inquiries.
• Assist with PhD fellows' queries and event organization.
• Manage small independent projects aligned with team priorities.

Kenntnisse

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Solution-oriented Mindset

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s in Life Sciences

Master’s in Life Sciences

Bachelor’s in Education

Master’s in Management

Bachelor’s in Human Resources

Jobbeschreibung

Training the next generation of scientists is a core mission of EMBL. The Internal Scientific Training team coordinates Predoctoral and Postdoctoral Programmes, leveraging EMBL's interdisciplinary environment and providing world-class training and career development through the Fellows’ Career Service and the Complementary Scientific Skills Programme. The EMBL International PhD Programme (EIPP) is a flagship initiative hosting over 200 PhD students across six sites.

Your role

Responsibilities

As an EIPP Trainee, you will join the Internal Scientific Training Team, working closely with the Programme Officer/Graduate Recruitment. Your role involves supporting graduate recruitment, student support, and administrative tasks in collaboration with the Graduate Office (GO). Key responsibilities include:

• PhD Recruitment Support: Handling applicant inquiries, scheduling interviews, organizing campus visits, and processing reimbursements.
• Student and Administrative Support: Assisting with queries from PhD fellows and supporting event organization.
• Project Assistance: Supporting ongoing projects or managing small independent projects aligned with team priorities.

You have

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in life sciences, education, management, human resources, or related fields.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
• Interest in academic programme coordination and supporting young scientists.

You may also have

• Experience with event planning and project management.
• Experience in academic administration or student support.

Benefits of this opportunity

• Hands-on experience in academic programme coordination.
• Development of professional skills in communication, event organization, data handling, and stakeholder management.
• Contributing to an inclusive workplace that values ideas, confidence, and responsibility.
• Being part of a diverse, multidisciplinary team interacting with global students, faculty, and staff.

Contract length

6 months with a possibility of extension.

Salary

1500 EUR per month.

Additional information

The candidate must ensure they have a valid work permit and appropriate health insurance coverage.

Why join us

Make a meaningful impact by contributing to scientific progress and addressing global challenges. EMBL offers a dynamic environment to apply your talents and passions.

Campus Life & Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.
• Free shuttle buses, on-site library, subsidized gym and cafeterias.
• Casual dress code, sports and social activities, family benefits including nursery and holiday clubs.
• Workplace insurance coverage.

Additional information

• We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and all nationalities.
• To apply, submit a cover letter and CV through our online system by 01/06/2025. Responses will be provided within two weeks after the deadline.