Director of Research for Particle Physics

About your role :

The Director of Research for Particle Physics

• is head of the particle physics division and as member of the Board of Directors also responsible for the development of the DESY laboratory as a whole
• plays a leading role in shaping the future of particle physics at DESY including the cooperation with other research areas, and fostering its role as a hub in the German academic ecosystem
• is responsible for representing the field of particle physics in the Helmholtz Association as well as in national and international networks and organisations
• coordinates DESY s contribution to national and international projects in particle physics
• cooperates closely with the committees of the research centre and the funding bodies
• is expected to take over responsibility for certain central infrastructure service groups that provide services for the entire campus, including the areas of computing and electronics.

Good reasons to join :

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. We attach particular importance to appreciative cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees.

Gender equity and diversity are important aspects for us. We offer flexible working hours and participation in mobile work.

You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision.

As a publicly funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities.

About you :

• Outstanding scientific record, international stature, and a broad spectrum of expertise in particle physics and interest in related areas including required technologies (detectors, accelerators, computing infrastructure and data science)
• Proven scientific leadership and excellent management skills
• Knowledge of international research landscape and opportunities
• Excellent communication, networking and partnership building skills

The appointment is for a period of five years. Reappointment is possible. The position is compensated at a competitive level in accordance with the W3 salary system in Germany which includes the option of performance-related payments.

A joint professorship with a university would be pursued if desired. Knowledge of or commitment to learn the German language is desirable.

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We look forward to receiving your application via our application portal :

DESY promotes equal opportunities and diversity. The professional development of women is very important to us and therefore we strongly encourage women to apply for the vacant position.

Applications from severely disabled persons will be given preference if they are equally qualified .

You can find further information here :

Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY

Personalabteilung

Notkestraße

Hamburg

Phone : + 8-2

Deadline for applications : ..4