PhD Program Project Manager

„Research for a life without cancer“ is our mission at the German Cancer Research Center. We investigate how cancer develops, identify cancer risk factors and look for new cancer prevention strategies. We develop new methods with which tumors can be diagnosed more precisely and cancer patients can be treated more successfully. Every contribution counts – whether in research, administration or infrastructure. This is what makes our daily work so meaningful and exciting.

Are you interested in supporting the next generation of cancer researchers within an inter­national and dynamic team?

Then join the team of the DKFZ International PhD Program from April 2025 as PhD Program Project Manager.

Reference number: 2025-0025

The DKFZ International PhD Program offers exceptional interdisciplinary training for doctoral candidates at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ).
In this role, you'll interact with internal and external PhD students and candidates, collaborate with scientists, coordinate with internal administrative departments, and engage with national and international partners. Each day presents new perspectives and interesting challenges.

• Implementation and further development of measures to increase the international visibility of the PhD Program, including the website
• Coordination of PhD selections, including communication with candidates, DKFZ scientists and doctoral researchers, administration of the application system, organisation of the candidate reviewing process and interviews and supporting the employment processes
• Representation of the PhD Program at international career fairs and conferences
• Onboarding of new PhD students
• Application for funding at the national and European level
• Further development of PhD training activities
• Compiling reports and statistics for PhD Program activities

• Doctorate in science, medicine, or an equivalent degree
• Fluency in English and excellent German written and verbal communication skills
• Proven organizational capabilities and ability and enthusiasm to work independently
• Team spirit, a service-oriented approach and a sense of responsibility
• Experience in graduate education or science management and working in an international environment is advantageous
• Availability to travel internationally and flexibility to adjust working hours during peak times and for PhD events is desirable

• Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art equipment and oppor­tunities for inter­national networking at the highest level
• 30 days of vacation per year
• Flexible working hours
• Remuneration according to TV-L incl. company pension scheme and capital-forming benefits
• Possibility of part-time work
• Family-friendly working environ­ment
• Sustainable travel to work: subsidized Germany job ticket
• Unleash your full potential: targeted offers for your personal develop­ment promote your talents
• Our Corporate Health Manage­ment Program offers a holistic approach to your well-being