Materials scientist (m/w/d)

Helmholtz-Zentrum hereon GmbH; Teltow; Presencial; EUR 55 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon seeks a Data Steward to bridge science, administration, IT and compliance. The role focuses on data quality, metadata standards and governance across ELN/LIMS environments, contributing to FAIR data practices.

The position involves collaboration with researchers and support teams, with opportunities for extended collaboration based on performance. Equal opportunity is emphasized.

Qualificações

• Degree(s) as listed; strong grounding in data management and scientific data handling.
• Experience with data management, metadata, and FAIR principles.
• Knowledge of ELN, LIMS or similar systems is a plus.
• Experience preparing data management plans (DMPs) for research funding.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure data quality, consistency, timeliness and completeness.
• Define and maintain data standards, metadata, and ontologies.
• Support users with structured data entry.
• Support governance issues (access rights, audit trails, GxP).
• Improve ELN workflows by digitizing paper-based workflows.
• Assist in data governance and compliance implementation.
• Train and empower users; participate in migrations and digitization projects.

Conhecimentos

Data management

FAIR principles

Data governance

ELN/LIMS knowledge

Structured data handling

Clear communication

Formação académica

Degree in computer science with understanding of scientific work in natural sciences

Degree in natural sciences with knowledge of computer science

Ferramentas

ELN

LIMS

Databases

Data modelling

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon

The Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon conducts cutting-edge international research for a changing world: Around 1,000 employees contribute to the tackling of climate change, the sustainable use of the world's coastal systems and the resource-compatible enhancement of the quality of life. From fundamental research to practical applications, the interdisciplinary research spectrum covers a unique range.

Institute of Functional Materials for Sustainability

Studies are focused on the development of functional materials for renewable energies and biological applications in order to enable a sustainable future. Current topics range from solar fuel production, to waste upcycling for additive manufacturing, and sustainable plastic-like materials for biological applications. We span materials synthesis, advanced operando characterization, and lab scale testing. We use robotic, high-throughput methods, and data science to accelerate novel sustainable materials discovery.

Data Steward (m/f/d)

JobID: 1076 - 2026/WG 3

Location: Teltow

Application deadline: 29th Oktober, 2026

For the Institute of Functional Materials for Sustainability, Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon, we are looking as soon as possible for a Data Steward . The position can also be filled on a part-time basis and is initially limited to one year, with a clear prospect of extension based on strong performance.

Equal opportunity is an important part of our personnel policy. We would therefore strongly encourage qualified women to apply for the position.

A data steward sits between science, administration, IT and compliance. In the ELN environment, this means in concrete terms:

• ensure data quality, consistency, timeliness and completeness
• define and maintain data standards, metadata, and ontologies
• support users (e.g. scientists) with structured data entry
• supporting governance issues (access rights, audit trails, GxP, etc.)
• improve ELN workflows (analyze and optimize paper-based or legacy lab workflows into digital formats)
• support of the institute in the introduction of the ELN
• train and empower users
• support in the implementation of data governance and compliance requirementsidentify, analyze, and remediate data quality issues
• collaboration in migration and digitization projects

Professional:

• a degree in computer science with understanding of scientific work in natural sciences, or a degree in the natural sciences (e.g. materials science, chemistry, physics, life sciences) with knowledge of computer science.
• experience in data management, ideally in a laboratory environment
• knowledge of data structures, metadata and FAIR principles
• experience with the introduction and handling of ELN, LIMS or similar systems is a plus
• participation in the preparation and review of data management plans (DMPs) in accordance with the specifications of funding agencies (e.g. DFG, EU)
• ensuring the FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable)
• participation in working groups of the Institute and possibly of the Center

Technical:

• basic understanding of databases and interfaces (APls are an advantage)
• experience in data modelling or structured information preparation
• affinity for digital tools and systems
• familiarity with data preservation and long-term archiving standards

Soft Skills:

• clear communication (interface between business and IT)
• strong scientific understanding (for our interdisciplinary work)
• structured, process-oriented way of working
• ability to take users on board and accompany change independent and proactive
• ability to communicate complex technical issues in an understandable way
• independent and proactive
• high ability to work in a team
• willingness for continuous professional development

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