Hazardous Materials and Radiation Protection Officer | Gafahrstoffbeauftragte oder Gefahrstoffbeauftragter (w/m/d; 100 % TV-L)

Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg - Zentralverwaltung Land Bayern

Würzburg, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Apr 17, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Hazardous Materials Officer at the University of Würzburg, you will play a critical role in ensuring a safe and legally compliant working environment for over 30,000 students and staff. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve overseeing the university-wide handling of hazardous substances, drafting operating instructions, and advising university leadership on occupational health and safety. You will manage complex permit processes, coordinate with regulatory authorities, and serve as the central authorized representative for radiation protection. This position is ideal for a science professional who enjoys a mix of administrative oversight, strategic planning, and hands-on safety consulting. What makes this role unique is the opportunity to work within a prestigious academic setting, offering the stability of the German public service (TV-L) combined with modern flexible working models, including home office options and a focus on work-life balance.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, or another natural science discipline; Specialist knowledge certificate according to TRGS 520 and expertise according to § 28/§ 30 GenTSV (ideally).

Experience

  • Professional experience in occupational health and safety and the handling of hazardous and biological materials.
  • Experience in conducting risk assessments and implementing protective measures.
  • Proven experience in handling databases.
  • Experience in coordinating with regulatory and supervisory authorities.
  • Experience in managing legal permit processes and administrative oversight.

Languages

German (Basic)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must be eligible for German public service employment (TV-L); potential for civil servant status (Beamtenverhältnis) if requirements are met; location-based in Würzburg.