Materials scientist (m/w/d) (Informatiker/in)
The Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon conducts cutting-edge international research for a changing world: Around 1,000 employees contribute to the tackling of climate change, the sustainable use of the world's coastal systems and the resource-compatible enhancement of the quality of life. From fundamental research to practical applications, the interdisciplinary research spectrum covers a unique range.
- ensure data quality, consistency, timeliness and completeness
- define and maintain data standards, metadata, and ontologies
- support users (e.g. scientists) with structured data entry
- supporting governance issues (access rights, audit trails, GxP, etc.)
- improve ELN workflows (analyze and optimize paper-based or legacy lab workflows into digital formats)
- support of the institute in the introduction of the ELN
- train and empower users
- support in the implementation of data governance and compliance requirements
- identify, analyze, and remediate data quality issues
- collaboration in migration and digitization projects
Professional:
- a degree in computer science with understanding of scientific work in natural sciences, or a degree in the natural sciences (e.g. materials science, chemistry, physics, life sciences) with knowledge of computer science.
- experience in data management, ideally in a laboratory environment
- knowledge of data structures, metadata and FAIR principles
- experience with the introduction and handling of ELN, LIMS or similar systems is a plus
- participation in the preparation and review of data management plans (DMPs) in accordance with the specifications of funding agencies (e.g. DFG, EU)
- ensuring the FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable)
- participation in working groups of the Institute and possibly of the Center
Technical:
- basic understanding of databases and interfaces (APls are an advantage)
- experience in data modelling or structured information preparation
- affinity for digital tools and systems
- familiarity with data preservation and long-term archiving standards
Soft Skills:
- clear communication (interface between business and IT)
- strong scientific understanding (for our interdisciplinary work)
- structured, process-oriented way of working
- ability to take users on board and accompany change independent and proactive
- ability to communicate complex technical issues in an understandable way
- independent and proactive
- high ability to work in a team
- willingness for continuous professional development
- an exciting and varied job in a research centre with around 1,000 employees from more than 60 nations
- an International Welcome Office with guest accommodation
- 6 weeks holiday per year; company holidays betw...
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