Research project coordinator (m/f/d)

The climate needs bright minds. The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) addresses crucial scientific questions in the fields of global change, climate impacts and sustainable development. It is one of the world's leading research insti­tutions in its field and offers natural and social scientists from around the world an inspiring environment for excellent inter­disciplinary research.

PIK’s Research Department III Transformation Pathways is seeking a

Research project coordinator (m/f/d)

(Position number: 62-2024 Coordinator Mitigation)

for the EU Horizon project NEWPATHWAYS on international climate policy pathways and the academic scenario work for the Network of Greening the Financial System (NGFS) starting as soon as possible.

The position is funded until December 31, 2026, with the possibility of extension based on funding availability. Remuneration is in accordance with the German public tariff scheme (TV-L Brandenburg), salary group E 13. This is a full-time position with a weekly working time of 40 hours per week. The position can be filled on a part-time basis.

Key responsibilities:

• Management of the EU Horizon project NEWPATHWAYS, supporting the principal investigator Prof. Dr. Elmar Kriegler and the research consortium.
• Assisting the coordination of the academic consortium for the NGFS, as well as support for other third-party funded projects in the department.
• Organization of project-related workshops, project meetings and outreach events  
• Support for the preparation of project deliverables, reports, policy briefs and presentations, in correspondence with project partners and in close coordination with Prof. Dr. Elmar Kriegler and the research team at RD3. 
• Support for other third-party funded projects in the department, including project application and project acquisition and communication with potential funders. 

Requirements:

• Master’s degree, e.g. in economics, social or natural sciences or a similar field of study
• Experience in the implementation of research projects and ideally in the acquisition of research projects 
• Experience in organizing science communication and stakeholder interaction are an asset
• Experience in working with research administrations and funding organizations is welcome

We expect:

• Independent and initiative-driven work style.
• Structured and goal-oriented thinking.
• Quick adaptability to new topics.
• Creativity and openness to new approaches.
• Reliability and high motivation levels.
• Excellent command of oral and written English.
• Willingness to travel for project meetings and workshops.
• Strong teamwork and organizational skills.

We offer

• Creative Collaboration: Be part of a dynamic interdisciplinary team at PIK conducting groundbreaking research on climate policy pathways for the world.
• Global Impact: Be part of the exciting EU Horizon Project NEWPATHWAYS, working with an international research consortium from four continents to develop strategies aligned with the Paris Agreement. Support the coordination of the scenario work for the world’s central banks and financial regulators organized in the NGFS. 
• Engagement Opportunities: Connect directly with stakeholders and organize high-level policy advice, turning research into actionable change.
• A Beautiful Setting: Work at our stunning, historic Telegrafenberg campus in Potsdam, just a short commute from Berlin.
• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy flexible hours and the option for mobile working (up to 50% of your time).
• Competitive Compensation: a collective pay scheme and associated benefits, as well as a subsidized travel card or Deutschland-Ticket Job.

PIK values equality and diversity. We encourage applications without photo. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of ethnic and social origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, care responsibilities, or age. PIK seeks to increase the share of women in scientific positions, and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply. In cases of equal qualification and within the given legal scope, women will be given preference. PIK also encourages applications by parents returning from parental leave.

Please apply by December 3, 2024, using our application form below this job advertisement on our website, as the first interviews are scheduled for the week of 9.12. to 13.12.2024. The application process remains open until the position is filled. 

Please include a letter of motivation, CV, relevant certificates and transcripts, and references.

If you hold an international higher education qualification, please also submit the Statement of Comparability from the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB) with your application. In the case that you do not yet have a ZAB Statement of Comparability for your qualification, please be aware that you will need to request this if your application is successful. You can find further information on this website: https://www.kmk.org/zab/central-office-for-foreign-education.html

For more details or to discuss the position, please reach out to Prof. Dr. Elmar Kriegler.