Data Manager (m/f/d) (#VWDM02)

Temporary, Full or part-time · Mainz

About us

IMB (www.imb.de) is a research institute on the campus of Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz, Germany. It is generously funded by the Boehringer Ingelheim Foundation and the state of Rhineland-Palatinate. Our research focuses on epigenetics, DNA repair, developmental biology and aging and ranges from the molecular level to organismic, systems and computational approaches. Researchers at IMB are supported by strong core facilities that offer state-of-the-art services. For a parental leave cover we are looking for a motivated data manager. Candidates with previous experience in research data management are strongly encouraged to apply.

The position

The purpose of this position is to oversee the existing data governance processes, policies, and guidelines to ensure compliance with policy and/or regulatory obligations. In addition, the data manager is responsible for education of IMB staff in good practices for research data management and to administrate IMB’s research data sharing platform (FAIRDOM-SEEK) for sharing of relevant research data generated within IMB and its different research initiatives.

Tasks and responsibilities

Help researchers meet the data management guidelines of the institute, DFG, and EU
Quality-control datasets and prepare data and metadata for submission to repositories
Administration of IMB’s research data sharing platform (FAIRDOM-SEEK)
Handle data access requests and manage all necessary legal processes
Educate staff in good practices for research data management and integrity

Requirements

Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in bioinformatics, computational biology, biological science, computer science, or other fields, possibly with a PhD degree
Strong communication skills and team spirit
Experience in working with big data, data management, and data repositories
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

Why join us?

We offer a stimulating, diverse and international research environment with a pleasant working atmosphere and informal culture. The institute is modern, well equipped and centrally located with good public transport links and parking.

Our offer

Salary according to EG 13 TV-L and favourable pension scheme
Advanced training opportunities
Employee events
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Flexible working hours
Possibility to work part-time
Home office or hybrid working possibilities

What else you need to know

Starting Date: 1 March 2026 or sooner
Duration: The position is a parental leave cover, initially available for one year.
Application Deadline: 05 January 2026
International applicants: We will assist you through the visa process and also with your application for a residence/work permit after your arrival in Mainz.

Declaration of Consent and Data Protection

By sending us your application, you are consenting to us saving your personal data in order to carry out the selection process. You can find more information on data protection and retention periods at https://www.imb.de/jobs/data-protection.

Have we sparked your interest?

To apply, please upload your application containing your cover letter, CV, certificates and contact information of at least two professional references to our application form. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact us by email hr@imb-mainz.de, quoting Ref. No. #VWDM02. Informal enquires should be addressed to Dr Björn Kruspig. IMB is an equal opportunity employer.

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