For our location in Hamburg we are seeking:
Remuneration Group 11 | Limited: 2 years | Start: 01.04.2026 | ID: MMA003/2026 | Deadline: 06.03.2026 | Full-time/Part-time | Remote work possible
DESY, with more than 2900 employees at its two locations in Hamburg and Zeuthen, is one of the world's leading research centres. Its research focuses on decoding the structure and function of matter, from the smallest particles of the universe to the building blocks of life. In this way, DESY contributes to solving the major questions and urgent challenges facing science, society and industry. With its ultramodern research infrastructure, its interdisciplinary research platforms and its international networks, DESY offers a highly attractive working environment in the fields of science, technology and administration as well as for the education of highly qualified young scientists.
With the PETRA IV project, DESY is launching one of the most ambitious and innovative large-scale research projects worldwide. PETRA IV, the most brilliant synchrotron radiation source of the next generation, will be the ultimate 4D X-ray microscope, setting new standards in precision and performance. To implement the project, we are looking for motivated employees who want to get involved in a complex project with international appeal. Managing the project and installation plan, we are looking for a schedule coordinator for PETRA IV. Embedded in the project management office, the position will be an interface between the scientific and technical staff and the project management. The main tasks will be, collecting and maintaining the data of the project schedule in e.g. MS Project and preparing reports for the project management. More information about PETRA IV: PETRA IV
- Collecting and maintaining the data of the project and installation schedule of PETRA IV
- Controlling of the milestones of the project
- Preparing, processing and optimisation of the reporting instruments to the project management
Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus. Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us. Gender equality is an important aspect for us. To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%). You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision. As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities. Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH. DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.
Limited: 2 years
- Completed university education in Economics, Physics, Chemistry or Engineering or similar background or experiences
- Education in project management and/or planning
- Experience record in project conducton and scheduling
- Experience with project planning software, especially MS Project (online)
- Knowledge of large scientific infrastructure and process of the Helmholtz-Association will be beneficial
- Written and spoken skills in German and English
For further information please contact Stephan Klumpp at +49 40 8998-6638 (stephan.klumpp@desy.de).
Please submit your complete application documents (letter of motivation, CV and relevant certificates) including your salary expectations.
We look forward to receiving your application via our application portal:
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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 (sbv.desy.de).
You can find further information here:
https://www.desy.de/career/
Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY
Personalabteilung
Notkestraße 85
22607 Hamburg
Phone: +49 40 8998-3392
Deadline for applications: 07.03.2026
