Scientific Coordinator

Founded in 1607, Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) is a research university rich in tradition. Inspired by curiosity about the unknown, we enable around 25,000 students and 5,800 employees to advance science for society. Join us in breaking new ground and writing success stories – your own and those of our university.

Support us from 01.01.2026 in full-time as:

Scientific Coordinator (m/f/d)

The position is initially available for the duration of 3 years with the possibility for extension to 7 years at the Faculty of Psychology and Sports Science. The salary is in accordance with the collective labour agreement of the State of Hessen (E 13 TV‑H).

In the context of Germany’s top‑tier funding initiative, a new Cluster of Excellence The Adaptive Mind (TAM, EXC 3066) is being established at the universities of Giessen, Marburg and Darmstadt in collaboration with the University of Frankfurt and the Frankfurt Institute of Advanced Studies (FIAS).

In The Adaptive Mind, we combine state‑of‑the‑art behavioral and neurophysiological research with approaches from psychiatry and clinical psychology, as well as quantitative analyses and computational modeling using artificial intelligence, machine learning and robotics. Our goal is to measure and model the continuous adaptation of natural human behavior in a constantly changing and unpredictable world. Further details on the cluster project can be found here: http://www.theadaptivemind.de

The Adaptive Mind offers a dynamic ecosystem of cutting‑edge science with a large and supportive community of researchers motivated to understand the grand challenges of the mind. We heartily welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds who bring passion and advanced skills to the cluster.

Your tasks at a glance

As scientific coordinator, you will be a central hub for the scientific, organisational, and administrative activities of The Adaptive Mind. You will work closely with the cluster’s spokespersons, the steering committee, and participating researchers to ensure the smooth implementation of the research agenda and long‑term strategic goals.

Your responsibilities will include

• Acting as an interface between researchers, university administration, financial managers, funding bodies, and external partners
• Facilitating communication and collaboration among the cluster and the broader research community
• Coordinating and supporting the scientific activities of the cluster
• Supporting the implementation of the cluster’s research and development strategy
• Organising regular meetings within the cluster, as well as scientific colloquia, workshops, and conferences
• Updating and maintaining the website of the cluster
• Preparing reports and strategic documents

Your qualifications and competences

• A completed Master’s or equivalent university degree and a doctoral degree (PhD/Dr.), preferably related to the topics of the Excellence Cluster
• Experience in research management, coordination, or science administration (experience in large‑scale projects is desirable)
• Experience in international collaboration
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) in English; proficiency in German is required
• Ability to work independently, proactively, and as part of a team
• High motivation to contribute to the success of a dynamic, interdisciplinary research environment

Our offer to you

• A diverse and challenging role at the interface of science and management
• A collaborative, international, and supportive research environment
• Opportunities for professional development and networking within the German and international research landscape
• Free use of local public transport (LandesTicket Hessen)
• More than 100 university seminars, workshops and e‑learning courses per year for personal development, as well as a wide range of health and sports activities
• Salary in accordance with TV‑H, occupational pension scheme, child allowance and special payments

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Prof. Dr. Roland W. Fleming (roland.w.fleming@psychol.uni-giessen.de) and Prof. Dr. Katja Fiehler (Katja.Fiehler@psychol.uni-giessen.de) by email.

JLU welcomes qualified applications regardless of biological and social gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, age as well as sexual orientation and identity. The JLU aims for a higher proportion of women in accordance with the women’s promotion plan. We therefore particularly encourage qualified female candidates to apply. JLU is certified as a family‑friendly university. Applications from disabled people of equal aptitude will be given preference.

You want to break new ground with us?

How to apply

• Apply via our online form by November 25th, 2025, indicating reference number 527/06. We look forward to receiving your application.

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Mid‑Senior level

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