Industry Liaison Officer | Industry Liaison Officer (w/m/d)

Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Zentr. Universitätsverwaltung

Heidelberg, Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Sep 11, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role is for a dynamic Industry Liaison Officer to join hei_INNOVATION at Heidelberg University, focusing on bridging the gap between scientific research and industrial application. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing and implementing the university's industry strategy, with a strong emphasis on integrating startups and spin-offs. Day-to-day tasks involve initiating and coordinating new collaborations with industrial partners, building a business club with a payment model, and developing new networking formats. The position requires a scientific university degree, significant industry experience, and practical project management skills. This is an exciting opportunity to enable innovation and generate societal value from research in an interdisciplinary and supportive environment.

Required Skills

Education

Completed scientific university degree

Experience

  • Several years of experience in industry
  • Practical experience in project management
  • Experience in transfer, startup, and entrepreneurship areas (advantageous)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The position is initially limited until September 30, 2029. The role is full-time but can be split.