Program Officer, Structured Doctoral Programs | Biologe (m/w/d)

Die Max-Planck-Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Wissenschaften e.V.

München, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Sep 26, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

Join Germany's leading research organization, Max Planck Society, as a Program Officer for Structured Doctoral Programs. In this role, you will strategically oversee and advance doctoral programs like the International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) and Max Planck Graduate Center. Day-to-day, you'll provide expert advice on program conception, application, and execution, manage program processes from calls for applications to contracts, and represent the Max Planck Society in relevant professional networks. This position requires a scientific university degree, strong knowledge of the German and international academic system, and experience in developing and coordinating strategic scientific programs. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication, consulting skills, and a service-oriented approach, working autonomously and confidently with internal and external stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of scientific talent within a prestigious research environment.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or equivalent, ideally in a science-related field

Experience

  • • Professional experience in developing, coordinating, and supporting science-strategic programs or junior researcher initiatives

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Fixed-term employment until September 30, 2028