Director and Professor (W/M/D) for the Institute of Animal Foods at the Max Rubner Institute, Kiel | Leitung (w/m/d) für das Institut für Tierische Lebensmittel am Max Rubner-Institut, Kiel

Job Summary

The Max Rubner Institute (MRI), the federal research and advisory body for nutrition and food, is seeking a Director and Professor to lead the Institute of Animal Foods in Kiel. This pivotal leadership role involves the strategic and scientific development of the institute, which focuses on the safety, quality, and sustainability of animal-derived foods (milk, fish, meat, eggs) across the entire production chain. Day-to-day responsibilities include defining research concepts, coordinating policy advice for the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMLEH), and actively participating in national and international committees. The successful candidate must be a scientifically proven leader with expertise in food science, demonstrated through international publications and experience in acquiring third-party funding. This position requires exceptional leadership skills, the ability to manage decentralized operations, and strong communication skills to convey complex research findings to political, scientific, and public audiences.