Science Manager (Economics, Education, or Social Sciences) | Wissenschaftsmanager (m/w/d)

Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft e.V.

Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Feb 5, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role involves managing and supporting the funding process for research projects within the social and behavioral sciences for Germany's central research funding organization. The Science Manager will be responsible for advising researchers before and during the application phase, organizing and moderating review panels, and guiding applications through the decision-making process. Key tasks include preparing decision templates for committees and overseeing funded projects. The ideal candidate must possess a doctoral degree in Economics, Education, or Social Sciences, coupled with broad research interest and experience, and a deep understanding of the current academic landscape in their field. This is an attractive opportunity for professionals passionate about knowledge-driven research, offering flexible working hours, mobile work options (up to 3 days/week), and extensive professional development opportunities in Bonn.

Required Skills

Education

Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Economics, Education, or Social Sciences; Scientific University Degree

Experience

  • Successfully completed scientific university degree and doctorate in Economics, Education, or Social Sciences
  • Broad interest and ideally additional research experience
  • Up-to-date knowledge of the current scientific landscape in the relevant field

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Willingness to undertake business travel