Scientific coordination of the BIGS Land and Food graduate school (m/f/d)

Your responsibilities:

• Conceptual development of the Bonn International Graduate School (BIGS) Land and Food in coordination with the participating university lecturers and the dean's office

• Focus on the quality standards set by the University of Bonn's excellence strategy

• Conceptual support for international doctoral programs

• Administrative and financial management of BIGS

• Preparation, follow-up, and moderation of BIGS meetings and events

• Design and implementation of workshops and seminars within the framework of BIGS for doctoral candidates within a time frame of 4 SWS

• Coordination and management of BIGS's day-to-day business

• Advising and informing BIGS members

• Coordinating the assistants assigned to BIGS,

• Proactive cooperation at the interfaces with the doctoral office and the international department of the AEI faculty.

Your profile:

• Completed university degree (master's), a doctorate in agricultural, food, engineering, or economic sciences or in higher education and science management would be desirable,

• Good German and very good English language skills,

• Knowledge of the structures and degree programs of the AEI faculty,

• Experience in higher education and science management as well as in project management,

• Conceptual competence and strong implementation skills,

• A committed, proactive, and innovative personality,

• Structured, efficient way of working,

• Ability to work in a team and strong communication skills.

We offer:

• A varied and challenging role in a friendly and committed team at one of the largest employers in the region, job security and loyalty to the location,

• A responsible role in the graduate school of a successful faculty,

• In-depth insights into university and science management at a university of excellence,

• Flexible working hours by arrangement,

• Numerous university sports facilities,

• Excellent public transportation connections thanks to the central location in Bonn and the possibility of using inexpensive parking facilities,

• Remuneration according to pay scale TV-L 13.

Diversity and equal opportunities

The University of Bonn is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. It is certified as a family-friendly university and offers a dual career service. Its goal is to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented and to promote their careers in particular. It therefore strongly encourages women with relevant qualifications to apply. Applications will be treated in accordance with the State Equality Act. Applications from suitable persons with proven severe disabilities and persons of equal status are particularly welcome.

Does this appeal to you? Then please send your complete and informative application documents (including a letter of motivation, resume, and [work] references) quoting reference number 2025/09 by July 24, 2025, in a single PDF file by email to Dr. Susanne Plattes, Faculty of Agriculture (aei-forschung@uni-bonn.de). We look forward to hearing from you! If you have any questions about the job profile, please contact the AEI's Research and Career Development Officer, Dr. Susanne Plattes, at 0170-5339694.