Administrative Head (m/f/d) for NCT Dresden | Administrative Leitung (m/w/d) für das NCT Dresden
Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum (DKFZ)
Job Summary
The German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) is seeking an Administrative Head for its National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT) in Dresden. This pivotal role involves strategic and operational responsibility at the intersection of science, administration, and clinical practice. The successful candidate will co-manage the budget for clinical-translational cancer research, drive the continuous development of efficient administrative structures, and serve as the central administrative contact for partner institutions. Key responsibilities include overseeing financial planning, controlling, HR, procurement, contract management, innovation management, and public relations. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge cancer research by ensuring robust administrative support and strategic alignment within a leading research institution.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree or equivalent, preferably in Economics, Law, Social Sciences, or Natural Sciences with relevant business administration experience. A doctorate is an advantage.
Experience
- Professional experience in a scientific environment or publicly funded research institutions is desirable
- Disciplinary and partial technical personnel responsibility for employees
Languages
Additional
- Willingness to travel, especially to Heidelberg. Understanding of regulations governing publicly funded research institutions. High degree of flexibility and commitment. Readiness to familiarize oneself with biomedical research topics.
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