Scientific writer – focus: grant writing (f/m/d)

Chair of Biological Imaging

04.12.2022, Wissenschaftliches Personal

We now seek a highly qualified and motivated Scientific writer (f/m/d) to streamline our grant writing process and support our scientists of all levels in proposal preparation for third-party funding.

The Chair of Biological Imaging (CBI) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging (IBMI) at Helmholtz Munich are an integrated, multi-disciplinary research unit. Together they form the cornerstone of a rapidly expanding bioengineering ecosystem in Munich, Germany; including the Research Center TranslaTUM and the Helmholtz Pioneer Campus, which integrate bioengineering with oncology and metabolic disorders, respectively. CBI scientists develop next-generation imaging and sensing methods to measure previously inaccessible properties of living systems, hence, catalyzing breakthroughs in biology, medicine, and the environment. Comprising 11 inter-disciplinary laboratories and scientists from more than 25 countries, CBI offers state-of-the-art infrastructure for innovative research and an ideal environment to accelerate your career.

The Mission:

The CBI science management team provides comprehensive administrative support to our researchers, giving them room to focus their full creative potential on developing the imaging and sensing technology of tomorrow.

The scientific writer will specifically:

• Lead applications for third-party funding from national and international funding agencies
• Support developing, authoring, and compiling grant proposals together with CBI scientists
• Scout new funding opportunities and stay up-to-date on funding schemes and requirements
• Coordinate proposal submission and post-award preparations
• Work at the interface between CBI scientists and the central administrations of Helmholtz Munich and TUM, external partners, and national and international funding agencies
• Support award nomination/application and general recommendation documents
• Assist with the preparations of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
• Proofread scientific texts with regard to the various target audiences
• Support applications for ethics approval of clinical studies
• Support CBI operations, public relations, and marketing activities
• Support project management activities, including compilation of scientific reports

Your profile:

The successful applicant must have the following:

• PhD degree in natural sciences, electrical engineering, physics, optics, medical technology, or biomedical computing
• Extensive experience in independent writing of texts for scientific audiences, including proposals for competitive funding, peer-reviewed publications and reviews, and articles for the general public
• Excellent ability to analyze and present complex research projects to various audiences
• Excellent command of English both written and spoken. Fluency in written and spoken German is considered a strong plus
• Experience with word processing, worksheet, database, data analysis, and graphics software
• Business-oriented skills or background are considered an advantage
• Independent, flexible, and solution-oriented working style and commitment to quickly familiarize with new, interdisciplinary research projects
• Strong organizational and management skills combined with the ability to motivate and inspire colleagues

Our offer:

We offer you the unique chance to make a difference in future healthcare. At CBI, we strongly believe that outstanding science needs outstanding science management. For this, we rely on a strong team of experienced science managers. This is your opportunity to be part of and to advance your career in a novel, quickly expanding vocational field at the intersection of science and administration. CBI provides a highly international, multi-disciplinary environment with excellent opportunities for professional growth. You will be part of a dynamic, professional, and highly motivated team within a stimulating environment and gain international exposure through our partners and collaborators across Europe and the world. We support career development, continued education, and life-long learning.

Situated on the foothills of the Alps, Munich is consistently ranked as one of the most vibrant and enjoyable cities in the world, with an exceptionally high quality of life. Greater Munich is also home to several world-class universities and research institutes, creating a truly inspiring intellectual atmosphere.

The successful applicant will initially have a 2-year contract, with the possibility of extension. Salary will commensurate with work experience and seniority (TV-L E13 according to the public wage agreement of the Free State of Bavaria). To promote diversity, we welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion, and age. Qualified applicants with physical disabilities will be given preference.

Your application:

We are looking forward to receiving your comprehensive application including your letter of motivation, CV and academic transcripts of records preferably in English and in a single PDF file, via email to [email protected] . Please indicate “Scientific writer: grants” in the subject line.

For any question, please contact:

Dr. Andreas Hillmair
email: [email protected]
tel.: 089 4140 6936

Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Chair of Biological Imaging (CBI)
Ismaningerstr. 22
81675 Munich, Germany

Web pages:
https://web.med.tum.de/en/cbi/home/
https://www.translatum.tum.de
https://www.pioneercampus.de
https://www.linkedin.com/company/munichimaging/
https://www.facebook.com/MunichImaging
https://twitter.com/MunichImaging

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