IMB (www.imb.de) is a research institute on the campus of the Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz, Germany. It is generously funded by the Boehringer Ingelheim Foundation and the state of Rhineland-Palatinate. 4R is a DFG-funded research training group at the IMB, who looks for an assistant to support us with organization of scientific events. We are looking for a student assistant (m/f/d) to support us with organizational and scientific tasks (if possible 8-10 hours per week, depending on your start date).
Student Assistant (m/f/d) in Scientific Management (4R-RTG) #WMWH19
Mainz
Part-time
Working Student
About us
Tasks and responsibilities
- Organising scientific events – workshops, seminars and an international conference (including abstract‑book compilation, catering, welcome‑package preparation, merchandise, etc.).
- Administrative support – preparing material, handling correspondence, maintaining the event database, and other routine tasks that keep the office running smoothly.
Requirements
- Enjoyment of working in an international and interdisciplinary environment
- Experience with academic events
- Good communication and organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
- Good knowledge of German and English (spoken and written)
- Good PC knowledge (MS Office inc. Microsoft Word)
Why join us?
You will gain first-hand experience in organization of scientific events and an international conference, and gain insights into scientific management. The institute is modern, well-equipped and centrally located with good public transport links and parking.
Our offer
- Position with 8-10 hours per week, depending on your start date
- Hourly pay based on the Johannes Gutenberg University’s remuneration rates
- Advanced training opportunities
- Responsibility
- Flexible working hours
- Employee events
What else you need to know
- Starting Date: September 2026
- Duration: maximum of 4 months
- Deadline: 31 August 2026
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 and references if available to our application form on imb.de/jobs/administrative-positions. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact us by email hr@imb-mainz.de, quoting Ref. No. #WMWH19. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Dr Olga Vydzhak (4r-rtg@uni-mainz.de). General information about IMB can be found at www.imb.de. IMB is an equal opportunity employer.