Chief Core Facilities Officer

Fighting pathogens togetherChief Core Facilities Officer (f/m/d)Job advertisement no. : 589Starting date: As soon as possibleDuration of employment: Initially limited to 5 years. Long-term employment, whether full-time or part-time, is desired.Working time: 39 hours per weekSalary: E15 TVöD BundPlace of work: BraunschweigProbation period: 6 monthsClosing date: 02.03.2026The Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research (HZI) is offering a position forChief Core Facilities Officer (f/m/d)The Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research (HZI) is dedicated to infection research. HZI is a member of the Helmholtz Association, Germany-s largest research organization.To optimize and reshape the existing core structures in line with the needs of our scientists and the centre's future strategy, the HZI is seeking an experienced and visionary leader to take on the role of Chief Core Facilities Officer. This is a senior leadership position, responsible for the strategic development, integration, and operational excellence of our core technology platforms supporting cutting-edge research across the center. The postholder consults and reports directly to HZI management.AufgabenManagement and coordination of all HZI core facilities and technology platforms at the interface with HZI research groups and executive administrationStrategic guidance and implementation of core facilities to tailor and improve the cores to research needsEnsure cost-effective and sustainable service delivery, including budgeting, billing, accountability, and resource allocationLead strategic planning for acquisition, development, and implementation of new technologiesEvaluate emerging scientific trends to guide investments in instrumentation and methodologiesStay up to date with advancements in relevant technologies and methodologiesIdentify funding opportunities, including internal Helmholtz support and external grantsPrepare reports, metrics, and presentations for the executive management and stakeholdersRepresent HZI within the Helmholtz Health Core Facility Network, liaise with partner institutions, and promote awareness and visibility, both internally and externallyFoster a culture of collaboration, service excellence, and continuous learning in close cooperation with core facility heads, administration and researchersProfilPhD or an equivalent degree in a relevant scientific disciplineSeveral years of professional experience with core facility operations with both personnel and financial responsibilityExperience in an international biomedical research environmentStrong leadership and project management skills with proven ability to supervise, motivate, and develop divers, international staffFamiliarity with research operations, grant funding processes, budget development, financial monitoring, resource allocations, and complianceProblem-solving and analytical skills to manage complex projects and prioritize interestsAbility to foster collaboration across disciplines and establish effective relationships with research groups as well as with academic, government, and industry partnersExcellent communication skills (oral and written) in English as well as interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and consult with diverse research fellows and other professionals; German language skills are recommendedWir bietenAn attractive and varied job in a future-oriented research institute with an international environment at the Science Campus South in BraunschweigFlexible working hours, part-time models, home office optionsA corporate culture of appreciation and promotion of equal opportunitiesExtensive training and continuing education opportunities to develop professional knowledge and personal skillsA family office to support family and career as well as childcare offersInteresting additional public service benefitsOption of an additional employer subsidy for the job ticketPeople with severe disabilities and equivalent professional qualifications who are suitable for the position are given preference. In order to protect your rights, we ask you to provide us with a clearly recognizable reference to the existence of a degree of severe disability in your cover letter or resume.The HZI is actively committed to equality, diversity and integration. For this reason, the HZI pursues the goal of professional equality between women and men and expressly welcomes applications from qualified women. The position is suitable for part-time work.JBTE_DE