- Hiring date
- As soon as possible
- Time limit
- Initially limited for five years
- Trial period
- 6 months
- Payment
- E14 TVöD Bund
- Application deadline
- 01/08/2026
As a member of the Helmholtz Association, the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research (HZI) in Braunschweig conducts cutting-edge research in the field of infectious diseases. Our scientists develop innovative strategies to combat infectious diseases more quickly and effectively – with the aim of creating new approaches to prevention, diagnosis, and therapy.
As part of the newly established HUMAN program, we support the careers of exceptional experts whose research helps to better understand the complex interaction between humans and infectious pathogens.
To support this program and other strategic initiatives of the HZI, we are looking for a committed and experienced fundraiser.
The position is centrally located in the scientific management department and is supported by an assistant. Close cooperation with the strategy department (responsible for the alumni program), the press and communications department, the HZI support association, and the Research Support Office is a central part of the job.
Human Microbe Alliance for Universal Health (HUMAN):
HUMAN is funded by the Volkswagen Foundation and the Lower Saxony Ministry of Science and Culture (MWK). The program is based on an integrative approach that uses novel technologies, systems biology, medicine/life sciences, and computer science to understand, predict, and therapeutically address the mechanisms underlying health and disease.
Tasks
- Developing and implementing a targeted fundraising strategy with a focus on large donations
- Identifying, approaching, and maintaining relationships with potential donors, foundations, and companies
- Establishing and maintaining a network of supporters and philanthropic partners
- Preparing and supporting negotiations and contract conclusions
- Collaborating with scientists and communication teams in the preparation of grant applications, presentations, and informational materials
- Organizing and conducting exclusive events and personal meetings to retain donors
Prerequisites
- Completed university degree, ideally in the fields of life sciences, economics, communication, or comparable
- Several years of experience in fundraising, especially in the area of major donations, or directly transferable experience, such as key account management or private wealth management
- Strong communication and negotiation skills and a confident manner
- Strategic thinking and an independent, goal-oriented approach to work
- Enthusiasm for science and research and an understanding of their social significance
- Excellent written and spoken German and English skills
Working hours
39 hours per week
We offer you:
- An attractive and varied job in a future-oriented research institute with an international environment at the Science Campus South in Braunschweig
- A state-of-the-art infrastructure and the latest technologies
- Flexible working hours, part-time models
- A corporate culture of appreciation and promotion of equal opportunities
- Extensive training and continuing education opportunities to develop professional knowledge and personal skills
- A family office to support family and career as well as childcare offers
- Interesting additional public service benefits
- Option of an additional employer subsidy for the job ticket
People with severe disabilities and equivalent professional qualifications who are suitable for the position are given preference. In order to protect your rights, we ask you to provide us with a clearly recognizable reference to the existence of a degree of severe disability in your cover letter or resume.
The HZI is actively committed to equality, diversity and integration. For this reason, the HZI pursues the goal of professional equality between women and men and expressly welcomes applications from qualified women. The position is suitable for part-time work.
How to apply:
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Please include a cover letter, resume, (employment) references, certificates, and (if available) work samples or reference projects with your application materials. Please refrain from sending a photo.
Please send your complete application, quoting the reference number 131/2025, to the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research GmbH, Department People & Culture, Inhoffenstr. 7, 38124 Braunschweig, Germany or by e-mail. If you send your application in electronic form, please provide a summary in one single (1) pdf document.
We look forward to receiving your application!
