Coordinator (f/m/d) Research Infrastructure “KIAOS”

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KIAOS – the Karlsruhe Integrated Atmospheric Observation System – is KIT’s modular, integrated research infrastructure for the observation of defined atmospheric processes and changes. Through the systematic merging and further development of KIT’s leading infrastructures -AIDA, CARIBIC, KITcube, and TERENO https://www.ce-atmochange.kit.edu combined with innovative research data management, a flexibly expandable platform is created for scientific campaigns in the field and laboratory, as well as for long-term observations. KIAOS is part of the Helmholtz Program Research in the “Earth and Environment” research area.

• You will be responsible for the setup, operation, and strategic and conceptual development of KIAOS.
• You will coordinate the KIAOS team of technical staff (data management, software development, instrument integration) and, in doing so, improve interfaces to modeling, data assimilation, and AI-based analysis, as well as research data management.
• Together with other scientists, you will support and coordinate scientific campaigns in the field and in the laboratory.
• You will actively participate in the acquisition, management, and coordination of third-party funded projects related to KIAOS.
• You will monitor the KIAOS budget and the achievement of agreed-upon milestones, and ensure reporting tailored to the relevant audiences both internally and externally.
• You will represent KIAOS within KIT, in the Helmholtz Association, and at professional events, and strengthen national and international networking.
• You will ensure an attractive public image and support the establishment of the “KIAOS” brand.

• A master’s degree and a Ph.D. in a relevant scientific field
• Several years of experience in scientific organization, project management, and the operation or administration of large research infrastructures
• Experience in organizing scientific measurement campaigns and in research data management, ideally also in the application of machine learning methods
• Expertise in working with complex measurement infrastructures and scientific standards
• Strong communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary teams
• Excellent written and spoken German and English
• The ability to effectively integrate scientific and technical issues

• Purposeful Contribution:

  Your work creates the conditions for world‑class research—and helps ensure that science makes a tangible difference for society and the future.

• Flexible Working Hours:

  Take advantage of flexible‑hours schemes, remote‑work options, and a 30‑day annual leave entitlement to achieve an optimal work‑life balance.

• Family-friendliness:

  The “KIT‑Family +” program assists you in reconciling work and family life by offering childcare services, holiday activities, a parent‑child office space, and assistance with caring for relatives.

• Career‑Building and Developmental Opportunities:

  We provide you with a structured onboarding program, a broad spectrum of continuing‑education options, and personalised support, thereby fostering your individual growth.

• Stay Healthy:

  Under the motto “Fit at KIT – Body, Mind and Soul,” we promote your well‑being through fitness classes, mental‑health programmes, and regular preventive health examinations.

• Individualised Extra Benefits:

  Enjoy a corporate pension (VBL), a €25 monthly contribution toward a JobTicket BW, plus a broad selection of cultural and recreational programmes.