Scientific Officer for Functional Data Management | Wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiter\*innenfür **fachliches Datenmanagement

Umweltbundesamt Dessau-Roßlau

Berlin, Berlin, Deutschland
Published Apr 16, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves the functional management and quality assurance of data for IT applications within the context of national and European emissions trading, including subsidy guidelines and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). As a Scientific Officer, you will be responsible for requirement management, conceptualizing new IT systems for data collection and evaluation, and ensuring legal compliance and user-friendliness. You will oversee the entire lifecycle of specialized IT applications, from initial design and testing to ongoing maintenance and user training for both internal and international stakeholders. This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy bridging the gap between legal requirements, engineering standards, and IT specifications. Working within the public service sector, you will contribute to critical climate protection and sustainability goals while benefiting from a flexible, modern work environment that prioritizes work-life balance and continuous professional development.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree (Master's or University Diploma) in Natural Sciences, Engineering, Economics, Law, or Administrative Sciences, preferably with a focus on Computer Science.

Experience

  • Professional experience in project management, specifically within agile environments
  • Experience in the analysis and evaluation of complex datasets
  • Practical experience supporting international IT users
  • Proven expertise in implementing and managing specialized IT projects or applications
  • Experience in conceptual work and abstracting complex requirements

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The position is permanent and full-time. Applicants with severe disabilities are explicitly welcomed. Candidates must possess strong gender competence and interdisciplinary communication skills.