Project Controlling Officer for EU Third-Party Funding | Mitarbeiterin / Mitarbeiter (m/w/d) für den Bereich Projektcontrolling EU-Drittmittel

Land Niedersachsen Technische Universität Braunschweig

Braunschweig, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Nov 21, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role involves crucial financial administration and controlling for EU third-party funded projects within the Research Service department of TU Braunschweig. The Project Controlling Officer will be instrumental in building and shaping the new EU Support Office, focusing on centralizing the creation of financial reports for all EU projects. Day-to-day tasks include compiling detailed financial reports, reconciling costs against funding conditions, updating project staff lists, and performing regular budget vs. expenditure controlling. The ideal candidate will possess a university degree (Bachelor's or equivalent) in an administrative, economic, or social science field, coupled with initial experience in project management. Strong organizational skills, proficiency in standard Office software, and excellent communication abilities in both German and English are essential for success in this demanding but rewarding position.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Bachelor's level) in Administrative, Social, Political, Health, or Economic Sciences, or successful completion of Administrative Examination II

Experience

  • Initial experience in project management
  • Professional experience with complex, English-language documentation
  • Desirable: Knowledge of research funding, preferably European funding bodies
  • Desirable: Practical experience in the university sector, particularly with commercial accounting using SAP

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Fixed-term contract until June 30, 2029