Unit Administrator , EMBL - European Molecular Biology Laboratory
Heidelberg, Germany
Staff Category: Supernumerary
Contract Duration: 7 months (maternity cover)
Grading: 4, 5 or 6, depending on experience and qualifications
Closing Date: 20 September 2015
Reference Number: HD_00732
Contract Duration: 7 months (maternity cover)
Grading: 4, 5 or 6, depending on experience and qualifications
Closing Date: 20 September 2015
Reference Number: HD_00732
Job Description
The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) is one of the highest ranked scientific research organisations in the world. The Headquarters Laboratory is located in Heidelberg (Germany), with additional sites in Grenoble (France), Hamburg (Germany), Hinxton (UK) and Monterotondo (Italy).
The Unit Administrator for the Structural and Computational Biology Unit will work closely with the heads of the unit to support the organisational aspects of the unit. (S)he will provide administrative support to all groups in the unit. This includes making travel arrangements, organising meetings and seminars and the organisational logistics of visiting scientists and newcomers. (S)he will also interact with the general administration at EMBL and be responsible for correspondence and reports for the heads of the unit.
The Unit Administrator for the Structural and Computational Biology Unit will work closely with the heads of the unit to support the organisational aspects of the unit. (S)he will provide administrative support to all groups in the unit. This includes making travel arrangements, organising meetings and seminars and the organisational logistics of visiting scientists and newcomers. (S)he will also interact with the general administration at EMBL and be responsible for correspondence and reports for the heads of the unit.
Qualifications and Experience
The post requires secretarial, administrative and organisational skills, discretion and respect of confidentiality, willingness to pay attention to detail while being able to complete multiple parallel tasks and a natural ability to deal with many people of different nationalities in a friendly manner. The ideal candidate will have relevant education, training and work experience, preferably in an international or scientific environment. In addition to fluency in written and spoken English, a good working knowledge of German is also required. Strong skills in commonly used office software are required, e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet browsers, E-mail. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential, with a demonstrated track record for working well in team environment, while having an independent and motivated attitude.
Application Instructions
Please apply online through www.embl.org/jobs.
Additional Information
EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation.
Please note that appointments on fixed term contracts can be renewed, depending on circumstances at the time of the review.
Please note that appointments on fixed term contracts can be renewed, depending on circumstances at the time of the review.
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