Deputy Head of Research

E.ON Group Innovation GmbH | Permanent | Part or Full time

E.ON is one of Europe's largest operators of energy networks and infrastructure and a provider of innovative energy solutions for more than 50 million customers. Around 72,000 employees are constantly working to digitise the energy world, achieve net zero and connect everyone to good energy. To achieve this, we are focusing our actions on sustainability, digitalisation and growth. We strongly believe that differences make us stronger and welcome all people into our inclusive and diverse culture.

At E.ON diversity matters. We welcome all people and are convinced that differences make us stronger. Become part of our inclusive and diverse company culture

The Research & Technology (R&T) team is part of E.ON’s central Strategy, Sustainability & Innovation division and is responsible for cooperation with leading scientific institutions - especially with RWTH Aachen University, but also with international partners such as Stanford University.
In cooperation with the academic world, we develop technological know-how and energy system expertise. In this way, we support E.ON in its role as a thought leader and frontrunner in the energy industry.
If you are passionate about research topics, interested in energy technologies and markets and have already gained some leadership experience, then these would be your tasks:
**A job that inspires**

In collaboration with the Head of Research & Technology...
- you steer our research portfolio and ensure that our research topics are constantly aligned with the corporate strategy
- you drive forward our research programmes, which provide answers to the most pressing questions of the energy transition
- you shape the collaboration with our cooperation partners and build new relationships with leading scientific institutions
- you communicate our research results through various channels with the aim of contributing scientifically sound positions into the public debate
- bring E.ON's expertise into the work of research associations and initiatives
- you foster talented people from the academia and build a strong network with them

You will also personally initiate and lead collaborative research projects, e.g. in the areas of sustainable decentralised energy systems, the future of heating and cooling, technology foresight or future market design.

**A convincing background**
- A strong academic background, ideally PhD in natural sciences, engineering or economics or comparable qualification is an advantage
- Very good understanding of technical and economic concepts, ideally profound knowledge of energy technologies and markets
- First leadership experience, for example by managing a research team or larger projects
- Experience with organisational structures and processes in large companies (e.g. through management consultancy or from corporate functions)
- Proven ability to communicate complex issues in a lively and understandable way (e.g. in presentations, in social networks, in scientific publications)
- You have a creative mindset, develop innovative solutions and find the best way to implement them in a goal-oriented manner. In addition, you prefer to work in a team and actively promote cooperation with other areas
- Very good knowledge of written and spoken English is required, knowledge of German is a significant advantage

**A motivating environment**
- **A task full of challenges**, in which we jointly design a successful induction
- **A modern working environment** that ensures a good work-life balance through flexible working and home office (a permanent presence at our location in Essen is not required)
- **An appreciative working atmosphere** in which mutual trust and respect play a decisive role in teamwork
- **A wide range **of personal and professional training and development
- **A strong network**, because for us the collegial exchange across company units is in the foreground and offers a wide range of perspectives
- Become part of our team. We look forward to you
- **A secure supply** with attractive remuneration and various additional benefits, such as in-house sports

**Do you have questions?**

**What you need to know**:
Contract type: Permanent
Working time: Part or Full time
Company: E.ON Group Innovation GmbH
Location: Essen, Hybrides Arbeiten/Home-Office
Function area: Research & Development/Science