The German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) investigates the causes of diseases of the nervous system and develops strategies for prevention, treatment and care. It is an institution within the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres with nine sites across Germany (Berlin, Bonn, Dresden, Göttingen, Magdeburg, Munich, Rostock/Greifswald, Tübingen and Witten). The DZNE cooperates closely with universities, their clinics and other research facilities.

Within the area of Population Health Sciences in Bonn, we are looking to fill the position of a

Scientific Officer / Wissenschaftlicher
Referent (f/m)
within the Rhineland Study

Code 1430/2017/1

Population Health Sciences at the DZNE aims to study determinants of normal and pathological mental as well as physical function over the adult life course, with a special emphasis on neurodegenerative diseases and ageing. To this end, the team led by Prof. Monique M.B. Breteler, Director of Population Health Sciences of the DZNE, has recently launched the Rhineland Study. This prospective population based cohort study will include up to 30,000 people aged 30 years and over and is designed to run for decades. Study facilities currently encompass 2 examination centres equipped with state-of-the art apparatus including 3T MRI scanners, advanced bio-banking facilities and large data storage and computational resources. Our rapidly growing team consists of scientists, study technicians, management, administrative and support staff, and currently includes more than 50 people. Furthermore, we have a quickly developing network of national and international research collaborations.

Tasks:
Responsibilities are focussed on specific scientific support for the Director of Population Health Sciences in the further development and leading of the Rhineland Study. This includes – but is not limited to – conceptual work (analyses/evaluations), preparation, analysis and follow-up of study-related documents (e.g. ethics, data protection) and preparation of scientific correspondence. The nature of this position also requires a close working relationship with our scientists, academic as well as non-academic collaborators and other internal and external stakeholders. The Scientific Officer is part of the Rhineland Study’s Management Team.

Qualification und experiences:
We are looking for a candidate with a PhD degree in a relevant research field (Epidemiology, Medicine, Psychology, Biology or a similar related area involving the study of human subjects), and some years of post-doctorate working experience. The candidate must be fluent in both German and English, and have excellent communication and writing skills. Project management skills and experience are another prerequisite. While previous working experience in scientific management is not mandatory, the candidate should have a strong interest in developing into such a role. We are looking for a highly talented, motivated, enthusiastic and ambitious person to join our team. Creative, flexible and team-oriented candidates, who dare to take initiative and enjoy working in a fast-growing, dynamic research environment in an internationally oriented biomedical institution, are strongly encouraged to apply.

We offer:

• Interesting and challenging work on the forefront of health research
• Working in a team to help direct the efforts of the Rhineland Study to address pressing health issues related to aging
• A high potential for the individual development of our employees
• Targeted personnel development within the Helmholtz Association
• The position is initially limited to one year but with a clear goal to extend this.
• Employment, payment and social benefits as determined by the Public Sector Collective Agreement (Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst).

Common languages at work are English and German. The DZNE is an equal opportunity employer. The DZNE especially welcomes and encourages disabled individuals to apply.

Interested candidates should send their applications including CV, relevant transcripts and three references IN A SINGLE FILE to: application@dzne.de.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.