Research and Development Administration Officer | Mitarbeiter im Prorektorat Forschung und Entwicklung (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This role seeks a dedicated Research and Development Administration Officer to provide essential administrative and consultative support within the Vice-Rectorate. Day-to-day responsibilities involve offering expert guidance on research administration topics, managing acquired project funds, and supporting the creation of funding applications. A significant portion of the role focuses on financial oversight, including budgeting, accounting, and detailed financial reporting for research projects, ensuring strict adherence to regulatory guidelines. Furthermore, the officer will manage contract administration with third-party funders and partners, including legal review and negotiation. The ideal candidate must possess a completed commercial training qualification or an equivalent, backed by professional administrative experience, preferably gained within a university or research environment. Success requires strong organizational and communication capabilities, high self-initiative, and secure handling of MS Office programs. This position is attractive due to its versatile scope, structured onboarding, and supportive team dynamics.