Team Lead Science Communication (f/m/x)

Organisation/Company Helmholtz Zentrum München – Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt Research Field Medical sciences Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Country Germany Application Deadline 31 Jul 2025 – 15:14 (UTC) Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Other Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Area of research:

102748

Full time
39 hrs./week

Partial Home Office possible

At Helmholtz Munich, we develop groundbreaking solutions for a healthier society in a rapidly changing world. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. Through strong partnerships, we accelerate the transfer of new ideas from the lab to real-life applications, improving lives.

Your work provides the foundation for scientific discoveries with real impact, shaping the future of health.
The Communications & Strategic Relations department is responsible for positioning the research center in the relevant target groups, developing and implementing sophisticated communication measures with and for our excellent researchers – across all communication channels. In this way, we increase both the visibility of our scientific successes and the attractiveness of Helmholtz Munich as an employer and preferred cooperation partner for other research institutions, university hospitals and companies. A wide range of information services for patients, children and young people complete our portfolio.

We are looking for an experienced Team Leader (f/m/x) to head up our Science Communication team as soon as possible. This position requires expertise in target audience-based science communication and grant management, strong leadership skills, and strategic foresight.

• As Team Lead Science Communication, you will collaboratively lead a highly committed team that manages content and strategically develops leading scientific health portals such as diabinfo

, and the lung information service

. Together with the German Center for Diabetes Research, you will develop new concepts and plan new cooperations by acquiring third-party funding and partners.

• Together with your team, you will ensure a high level of content for existing products, significantly expand their outreach, and expand the portfolio by acquiring new projects and partners.
• As project manager, you will be responsible for project proposals, project implementation, as well as monitoring, including reporting with budget overviews.
• You are responsible for the visibility of your projects and you will find new formats to strategically position them and create greater awareness.
• The strategic, conceptual and organizational development of external science communication is part of your daily tasks; you will use suitable AI tools to boost resources, efficiency and creativity.

Your profile

• A successfully completed university degree with a focus on communication and/or natural sciences is the basis of your qualification.
• You have many years of professional experience in the fields of science communication, third-party funding acquisition and management for strategic target groups, as well as proven leadership experience.
• You look beyond national borders and are committed to integrating international perspectives and expanding your network.
• You use digital tools for project management, identify suitable AI tools, and promote relevant knowledge within your team.
• You have a solution-oriented personality with excellent communication skills (written and spoken German and English), a quick grasp with a high level of implementation strength.
• You are enthusiastic about health topics and follow the latest trends in science communication.
• Ideally, you have already worked in the public sector, in a scientific environment and/or with information portals, as well as in international projects.
• You are certified in agile methods (e.g., Scrum, Design Thinking, or similar).
• You are experienced in working with M365, content management systems (preferably Typo 3), and AI tools.

If you fulfill all the requirements, you may be eligible for a salary grade of up to E 14. Social benefits are based on the Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees (TVöD). The position has an (initial) fixed term of 2 years, with the possibility of moving to a permanent contract.

Managing Directors Matthias Tschöp and Mike Frieser: „We believe that diversity is the key to groundbreaking research and innovative solutions. Our flexible working models and remote options create a supportive environment for balancing work and family life. For us, contributing to a healthier society in such an inspiring workplace is truly meaningful.“

Get to know us

• Work-Life-Balance: Flexible working hours and flexi-time models
• Personal Development: Continuous education and training
• Recreation: 30 days annual leave, flexi days, plus public holidays
• Family Support: child care, holiday care, care for the elderly
• Retirement Provision: Company pension plan

Interested in applying?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Meike-Jana Becker, +49 89 31873996, who will be happy to help.

Our recruiting is decentralized – your application will be reviewed directly by the specialist department in which you could work in the future.

More information about our application process

Please send your application only via our online application tool and with the following documents:

• CV
• Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates
• Contact details for at least two referees

If you have obtained a university degree abroad, we will require further documents from you regarding the comparability of your degree.

Please request the Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications as early as possible.

We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion or age. Qualified applicants with physical disabilities will be given preference.

Learn more about diversity at Helmholtz Munich

Our commitment

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany\’s largest scientific organisation.

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