Coordinator (f/m/x) - Template-Designed Organic Electronics (TIDE)

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural SciencesCoordinator (f/m/x) - Template-Designed Organic Electronics (TIDE)Department of Chemistry

We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region. Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in science, technology, and administration.

The Research Training Group “Template-Designed Organic Electronics – TIDE”, funded by the DFG (Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft) invites for applications for the position as coordinator (f/m/x). The Research Training Group is part of the interdisciplinary and innovative field of Organic Electronics, which includes working groups in the fields of organix synthesis, surfaces & interface sciences, device physics, ultrafast spectroscopy, and quantum chemical theory and modelling. TIDE is a collaborative effort by the Depts. of Chemistry and the Depts. of Physics at two Universities, the University of Cologne and the University of Bonn, Germany.
Please visit our homepage www.TIDE.uni-koeln.de for information on our projects & programmes.

YOUR TASKS
Supporting the RTG speakers in the areas of management, administration and coordination. This comprises:

• Refinement of the programme, as well as qualification programmes and supervision concept
• Organization of lecture series, colloquia, workshops, research residencies, retreats, conferences, summer schools, symposia, etc.
• Acting as the communication interface between the RTG members, university administration, the funding organization DFG, and external cooperation partners
• Science communication on behalf of the RTG and editorial-technical support of the web presence
• Preparation and follow-up of meetings (e.g. jour fixe)

YOUR PROFILE

• Applicants should hold a PhD (or equivalent), preferably in Chemistry or Physics or closely related academic disciplines
• We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated team player with excellent communication and organizational skills
• The candidate must be fluent in both English and German
• Experiences in coordinative activities and data management are an advantage

WE OFFER

• Extensive advanced training opportunities
• A diverse working environment with equal opportunities
• Support in balancing work and family life
• Extensive advanced training opportunities
• Occupational health management offers
• Flexible working time models
• Opportunity to work remotely

The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and diversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accordance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also expressly welcome applications from all suitable candidates regardless of their gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

The position is available immediately on a part-time basis (29,87 hours per week). The position is to be filled for a fixed term until 31.03.2027. If the applicant meets the relevant wage requirements and personal qualifications, the salary will be based on remuneration group 13 TV-L of the pay scale for the German public sector.
Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications without a photo under: https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de. The reference number is Wiss2412-03. The application deadline is 08.01.2025. For further inquiries, please contact Professor Klaus Meerholz (klaus.meerholz@uni-koeln.de) and take a look at our FAQs.