Jobs in Sozialwesen in Köln

The successful candidate should be internationally renowned in the field of research into neurodegenerative diseases or in related fields of research, should hold outstanding qualifications in fundamental research and/or in clinical research and/or in ageing research, and should have gained experience in leadership positions in the area of research management. Together with the Administrative Director, the Scientific Director is head of the center and ensures its long-term success. Due to the tasks involved, the center's size and decentralized structure, as well as the close cooperation with partners at universities, clinics, industrial companies, and other research institutions within Germany and internationally, the successful candidate must have outstanding leadership and communication skills, as well as experience in research institutions which operate internationally, or in related areas. Furthermore, the successful candidate should have the ability to organize strategically to integrate as well as to assert interests, and should have experience in international cooperation, a proven track record in talent recruitment, as well as competence in communicating and bringing research results to society. Experience in strategic company leadership as well as in cooperating with bodies such as supervisory boards and scientific advisory boards with members from international backgrounds is required. Very good knowledge of German and English is required. Knowledge of the German research system is des