Lead Scientist – Energy Systems & Material Flows

Euraxess; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 81,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership and development training

Flexible working conditions

30 days of vacation

Comprehensive health management

Company pension scheme

Annual bonus

Job summary

A prominent research institution in Germany seeks a leading researcher with a PhD in energy system modeling to lead strategic research initiatives. Responsibilities include managing projects, guiding a scientific team, and publishing high-quality research. The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial ecology, excellent communication skills in English, and preferably German. This position offers a supportive environment with a focus on work-life balance and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Above-average PhD required for scientific leadership.
• Extensive experience in managing third-party funded projects.
• Excellent publication record in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Strategic development of research in energy system transformations.
• Independent management of research projects.
• Technical leadership of the scientific team.

Skills

Experience in industrial ecology

Material flow analysis

Programming in Python

Leadership experience

C1 level English

German skills

Education

PhD in energy system modeling or related field

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Organisation/Company Forschungszentrum Jülich Research Field All Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Application Deadline 19 Jan 2038 - 03:14 (UTC) Country Germany Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Other Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Area of research:

Executive posts

Your Job:

• Strategic development of the research field on material availability in global energy system transformations, building on the content of the ERC Starting Grant
  
• Independent project management of research projects for the timely and results-oriented management of scientific work
  
• Technical and disciplinary leadership of the scientific team, including mentoring and career development of doctoral candidates and students
  
• Publication of research results in high-ranking journals and active networking at the national and international level
  

Are you enthusiastic about modeling and analyzing material systems? Do you have innovative ideas on how to make the energy transition a success—and would you like to play an active role in shaping research that matters? Then apply now! We look forward to welcoming committed colleagues who will work with us to develop solutions.

Your Profile:

• The prerequisite for this scientific leadership position is an above-average PhD in energy system modeling, material flow analysis, or a related field, and a corresponding master`s degree
  
• You have extensive experience in industrial ecology and material flow analysis and are confident in programming, preferably in Python
  
• Extensive experience in the successful acquisition, management, and leadership of third-party funded projects (national/international), ideally including knowledge of EU funding programs
  
• Excellent publication record in internationally recognized, peer-reviewed journals and at relevant conferences
  
• Proven leadership experience with students or doctoral candidates is an advantage
  
• English skills at least on a C1 level, German skills are very advantageous

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We support you in your work with:

• LEADERSHIP & DEVELOPMENT: We provide targeted support for your leadership skills—with an extensive portfolio of individual training courses and a wide range of networking opportunities: go.fzj.de/LeadershipCulture In a large research institution like ours, science and administration work hand in hand. Our leadership model ( go.fzj.de/leadershipmodel ) provides details on the definition of the role of managers
  
• WORK-LIFE BALANCE: Optimal conditions for balancing work and private life, as well as a family-friendly company policy. The option of flexible working (in terms of location) is generally available after consultation and in line with upcoming tasks and (on-site) appointments
  
• VACATION: You will receive 30 days of vacation plus additional days off (e.g. between Christmas and New Year`s)
  
• FLEXIBILITY: Flexible working time models, including options close to full-time ( go.fzj.de/near-full-time ) or job sharing (two qualified employees share a full-time position), allow you to customize your working hours
  
• HEALTH & WELL-BEING: Your health is important to us. You can look forward to a comprehensive occupational health management program with a wide range of offerings—e.g., a beach volleyball court, running groups, yoga classes, and much more. In addition, our company medical service and an experienced social counseling team are available to assist you on site
  
• SUPPORT FOR INTERNATIONAL EMPLOYEES: Our International Advisory Service makes it easier for international employees to get started
  
• FAIR REMUNERATION: Depending on your existing qualifications and the tasks assigned to you, you will be classified in pay grade 14 of the TVöD-Bund (Collective Agreement for the Public Service). All information about the TVöD-Bund collective agreement can be found on the BMI website (pay scale table on page 69 ff. of the PDF download): go.fzj.de/bmi.tvoed
  
• ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: Benefit from attractive additional services such as a company pension scheme with employer contribution. In addition to your basic salary, you will receive an annual bonus and capital-forming benefits
  
• PERSPECTIVE: After a 2-year fixed-term contract, our goal is to hire you on a permanent basis. Let`s use this time to find out how well we fit together
  

In addition to exciting tasks and a collegial working environment, we offer you much more: go.fzj.de/benefits

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, e.g. in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us.

The following links provide further information on diversity and equal opportunities: go.fzj.de/equality and on specific support options: go.fzj.de/womens-job-journey

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.