Data Steward

Your profile

Professional:

• a degree in computer science with understanding of scientific work in natural sciences, or a degree in the natural sciences (e.g. materials science, chemistry, physics, life sciences) with knowledge of computer science
• experience in data management, ideally in a laboratory environment
• knowledge of data structures, metadata and FAIR principles
• experience with the introduction and handling of ELN, UMS or similar systems is a plus
• participation in the preparation and review of data management plans (DMPs) in accordance with the specifications of funding agencies (e.g. DFG, EU)
• ensuring the FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable)
• participation in working groups of the Institute and possibly of the Center

Technical:

• basic understanding of databases and interfaces (APls are an advantage)
• experience in data modelling or structured information preparation
• affinity for digital tools and systems
• familiarity with data preservation and long-term archiving standards

Soft Skills:

• clear communication (interface between business and IT)
• strong scientific understanding (for our interdisciplinary work)
• structured, process-oriented way of working
• ability to take users on board and accompany change independent and proactive
• ability to communicate complex technical issues in an understandable way
• independent and proactive
• high ability to work in a team
• willingness for continuous professional development

Our offer

• an exciting and varied job in a research centre with around 1,000 employees from more than 60 nations
• an International Welcome Office with guest accommodation
• 6 weeks holiday per year; company holidays between Christmas and New Year's Day
• social benefits under the collective agreement for the German public sector and remuneration up to pay grade 13 (EntgO Bund)
• very good work-life balance; options for mobile and flexible working
• a well-connected research campus (public transport) and best networking opportunities, subsidy for the Deutschlandticket if certain conditions are met (job ticket)
• individual opportunities for training and development
• an excellent technical infrastructure and modern workplace equipment
• very good compatibility of private and professional life; offers of mobile and flexible work
• a family-friendly working environment with childcare options, e.g. a parent-child room
• workplace health promotion programmes, e.g. an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• corporate benefits

Severely disabled persons and those equaling severely disabled persons who are equally suitable for the position will be considered preferentially within the framework of legal requirements.

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Source: Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis), table; dl-de/by-2-0; StarIn's calculation

Posted Nov 01, 2026

Posted Nov 01, 2026