Science-Dialog Manager (m/f/d; E 13 TV-L, 50%)

Open Position in the Cluster of Excellence TERRA

The Cluster of Excellence TERRA “Terrestrial Geo-Biosphere Interactions in a Changing World” is an interdisciplinary research initiative of geoscientists, biologists, and computer scientists at the Universities of Tübingen and Hohenheim and the Senckenberg Institution of Biodiversity and Earth System Research in Frankfurt. It investigates how the interactions between the living and non-living worlds shape global change from single microorganisms to the globe, in the geological past, at present, and in the future. It started on January 1, 2026 and is currently funded until December 31, 2032.

We invite applications for the position of

Science-Dialog Manager (m/f/d; E 13 TV-L, 50%)

starting as soon as possible until 31.12.2032.

Tasks & Responsibilities The science-dialog manager acts at the interface between TERRA researchers, other large-scale research initiatives, and the public-relations and public-engagement team to enhance the visibility of the Cluster of Excellence. This includes:

Network building between TERRA and other large-scale research initiatives

Organizing activities and events of the national platform on Earth System Science

Coordinating and contributing to TERRA’s input to national and international syntheses (e.g., academy-of-science, IPBES, and IPCC reports)

Supporting TERRA’s public-relations officer and the TERRA FutureLab in public-engagement and -dialog activities

We offer the opportunity for the funding of an upgrade to a 100% position for an integrative TERRA-related research project for two years. This is available on request and requires a one-page project outline.

Qualifications

Completed PhD in a TERRA-related discipline

Pro-active, structured, well-organized work style

Ability to communicate fluently in English (at least C1)

Joining TERRA, you will be member of a pioneering team exploring a new research domain with impact on addressing the multiple crises of global change. We offer an excellent and interdisciplinary research environment in an international, lively and ambitious department in a vibrant city.

The University of Tübingen is committed to equity and diversity and actively promotes equal opportunities. Equally qualified candidates with disabilities will be given preference in the hiring process.

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