PMO Research Assistant | PMO-Forschungsassistenz (w/m/d)
Technische Hochschule Würzburg-Schweinfurt Land Bayern
Job Summary
This part-time (50%) role at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS) serves as a central administrative hub for research and third-party funded projects. Based in Schweinfurt, you will support researchers by acting as a liaison between university service units, faculties, and external partners. Day-to-day responsibilities include budget monitoring, financial planning, and the preparation of project documentation and contracts. You will also play a key role in developing standardized project management processes and reporting systems. This position is ideal for organized professionals who enjoy administrative coordination and event planning within an academic environment. The role offers a high degree of flexibility through generous home office regulations and flex-time accounts, set within a collaborative team dedicated to innovation and knowledge transfer. The contract is initially fixed-term until the end of 2028 with a goal for extension.
Required Skills
Education
Successfully completed vocational training, ideally in a commercial or administrative field, or a comparable qualification.
Experience
- Professional experience in commercial or administrative fields
- Experience in the higher education sector or public service is highly desirable
- Practical knowledge of university structures and administrative processes
- Experience in project management and third-party funding administration is preferred
- Proven experience in independent, structured workflow management
Languages
Additional
- Work location is Schweinfurt. Part-time position (20 hours/week). Fixed-term contract until December 31, 2028. Remuneration according to TV-L E8 salary group.