The Leibniz Institute of Virology (LIV) is an independent research institution for basic biomedical research. As a foundation under civil law and member of the Leibniz Association, the Institute holds a leading position both nationally and internationally. The LIV is located on the research campus in Hamburg-Eppendorf, in close proximity to the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE), and at the Centre for Structural Systems Biology (CSSB) on the Hamburg-Bahrenfeld research campus. As of the next possible date, the LIV is looking for a highly motivated, team- and service-oriented

Coordinator (m/f/x) for the LIV Graduate Program in Part-Time (50%)

to effectively manage and support the further development of the LIV Graduate Program for doctoral candidates.

Your Tasks

• Managing the application and recruitment process for PhD candidates, including preparing application materials for the admissions committee, organizing PhD recruitment days, and overseeing all hiring-related procedures
• Advising PhD candidates throughout the program, e.g., on admissions policies, the LIV Graduate Program, and individual progress
• Planning and organizing LIV Graduate Program activities, including events, seminars, and workshops
• Coordinating the PhD curriculum on infection biology, currently as an annual Summer School in collaboration with the partners from the Leibniz Center Infection (LCI)
• Contributing to the ongoing development and strategic enhancement of the LIV Graduate Program
• Preparing and coordinating applications for third-party funding to support and advance the LIV Graduate Program

Your profile

• University degree in natural sciences or a similar area and/or in the field of scientific management
• Extensive experience in project management and the coordination of scientific work
• Experience in writing and coordinating grant applications and proposals is a plus
• Independent, conscientious and structured working style
• Commitment and quick comprehension
• Teamwork qualities with intercultural skills
• Highly motivated, proactive, self-reliant, assertive, and excellent time management skills
• Very good communication and writing skills both in English and German

What we offer

• An exciting and diverse range of tasks in an internationally leading, interdisciplinary research institute in the heart of Hamburg
• A very high degree of independence and creative freedom for innovative ideas
• A very good and collegial working atmosphere
• Opportunities for regular professional exchange within the bodies of the Leibniz Association and with our cooperation partners, as well as a wide range of further education and training opportunities
• Remuneration according to EG 13 TV-AVH (comparable to TVöD) and supplementary pension benefits (VBL)
• 30 vacation days per year, as well as paid leave on December 24th and 31st
• A family-friendly work environment (e.g., subsidy for extraordinary childcare)
• A subsidy for the HVV Deutschlandticket (public transport pass)
• Offers for health promotion at the institute (in cooperation with voiio GmbH)
• A subsidy for canteen use

This position is initially limited to two years, with the option of extension.

The LIV is certified with the Total E-Quality label and promotes the compatibility of family and career, as well as professional equality between women and men. Men are therefore particularly encouraged to apply. The Leibniz Association strives for gender equality and diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Applications from persons with disabilities will be given preferential consideration in the case of otherwise equal suitability, aptitude, and professional performance.

Contact:

We look forward to receiving your complete and informative application documents, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and copies of relevant certificates/credentials, stating your earliest possible starting date, in a single PDF document by January 31st, 2026. Please apply exclusively via our online application portal.

Applications received after the deadline may also be considered until the position is filled.

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Administrative Director, Dagmar Schröder-Huse: [email protected].

Leibniz Institute of Virology (LIV) | Martinistraße 52 (N63) | 20251 Hamburg | www.leibniz-liv.de