2026

We Are Hiring!

Network Outreach Coordinator (m/f/d) – Collaborative Research Center (SFB 1315)

“Mechanisms and Disturbances in Memory Consolidation”
Part-time (75%) – E13 TV-L HU (third-party funded, fixed-term until June 30, 2030)

Location: Charitéplatz 1, 10117 Berlin
Institution: Faculty of Life Sciences, Institute of Biology, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Reference Number: DR/044/26
Application Deadline: April 7, 2026

Your Responsibilities

As Network Outreach Coordinator within SFB 1315, you will:

  • Coordinate scientific networking activities within the CRC “Mechanisms and Disturbances in Memory Consolidation”

  • Support and enhance scientific communication and knowledge transfer skills among PhD and postdoctoral researchers

  • Design, organize, and implement training and coaching formats for early-career neuroscientists

  • Facilitate collaboration and academic exchange across subprojects and connect with the graduate program of the Bernstein Center for Computational Neuroscience

  • Maintain and expand interdisciplinary networks and collaborations within and beyond Humboldt University

  • Further develop and ensure the quality of the graduate program in alignment with Humboldt Graduate School and BCCN

  • Strengthen and continuously evaluate internal research exchange and derive strategic measures

  • Lead science communication efforts (academic and public), including press work and knowledge transfer

  • Communicate research projects and findings across multiple channels

  • Create and manage press materials related to scientific outputs and events

  • Develop and maintain the project’s website and social media presence

 

Your Profile

  • Completed academic degree in life sciences or a related field

  • Strong background in neuroscience

  • In-depth understanding of the research landscape of institutions involved in the CRC

  • Excellent teamwork skills and strong networking abilities

  • Outstanding communication skills with a structured, independent, and goal-oriented working style

  • Experience in third-party funded research projects

  • Proficiency in common IT tools (e.g., MS Office, collaboration and communication software)

  • Very good German and English skills (minimum B2 in both)

  • Proven experience in organizing and coordinating networking initiatives

  • Experience in science communication and public outreach, including content management systems, graphic tools, and social media

  • Awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion topics

  • Familiarity with the research ecosystem and principles of open science

  • Experience in program evaluation and quality assurance of scientific programs

  • Experience in developing initiatives to improve communication skills in neuroscience

 

Application

Please submit your application (cover letter, CV, and relevant certificates) by April 7, 2026, quoting reference number DR/044/26, to:

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Faculty of Life Sciences, Institute of Biology
c/o Prof. Matthew Larkum, PhD
(Charitéplatz 1, 10117 Berlin / Unter den Linden 6, 10099 Berlin)

Preferred: send as a single PDF via email to:

 

Additional Information

Humboldt-Universität is committed to equal opportunities. Applications from qualified women, individuals with disabilities, and people with migration backgrounds are strongly encouraged. Please note that submitted documents will not be returned; kindly provide copies only.

Data protection information can be found here: https://hu.berlin/DSGVO

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