Administrative Assistant (part-time, permanent) for the Research Department “Machine Learning in Chemistry”

The MPI for Polymer Research (MPI-P) ranks among the top research centers in the field of polymer science worldwide. The MPI-P offers ideal conditions for conducting outstanding research. The institute combines all the necessary specialized expertise – from the creative design of new materials, their synthesis in the lab to their physical characterization as well as the theoretical understanding of polymer characteristics.

We are looking for :

Administrative Assistant (part-time, permanent) for the Research Department “Machine Learning in Chemistry”

Start date : as soon as possible, by mutual agreement.

Responsibilities :

• General secretarial and administrative duties for the Research Department, including organising business trips for group members.
• Technical and organisational support for meetings and small events (room bookings, catering coordination, participant communication).
• Maintaining regular contact with the local administrative units of the Max Planck Institute and the general administration of the Max Planck Society.
• Local administrative support for visitors and new group members (e.g., hiring-related processes in coordination with administration and assistance in finding accommodation).
• Reporting to the Scientific Coordinator of the Department.

Your profile :

We offer :

All communication, including the interview, will be done in English.

The Max Planck Society policy aims at increasing the proportion of women in the areas where they are underrepresented. Women are therefore encouraged to apply. A childcare facility is directly attached to the institute.The Max Planck Society is striving to employ more disabled people. Applications from people with disabilities are particularly valued. Handicapped applicants with equal qualifications will be given preferential treatment.

Have we aroused your interest?

Then we look forward to receiving your application .

Questions?

For inquiries about the position, please contact Laurie Gangloff at gangloff@mpip-mainz.mpg.de .

Application deadline :

February 1, 2026

If you would like to work in a dedicated team, please convince us now by sending us your complete application document.

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Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research

Ackermannweg 10

D-55128 Mainz

www.mpip-mainz.mpg.de