CareerPlan
Jena, THUERINGENFull-time2026-10-16 → 2026-11-11

Core

Leading the IT department and managing the digital infrastructure of a research institute to ensure optimal technological conditions for researchers.

Role type

IT Department Head (Hands-on IC with strategic leadership)

Builds

IT infrastructure, HPC/Bioinformatics environments, secure communication systems, and data management solutions for researchers.

Domain

Scientific research / Bioinformatics / IT Infrastructure

Deliverable

infrastructure

Required skills

Network architecture, Server & Storage management, Virtualization, IAM, IT Security, Project management, Budget management, HPC/Bioinformatics expertise

Preferred skills

Leadership in scientific environments, RZ planning, Compliance expertise

Technologies

VMware, Proxmox, LTO, AD, LDAP, SSO, MFA, PKI, Linux, Windows, Mac, WAN/LAN/WLAN/SAN

Responsibilities

Lead the IT department strategically and operationally; Operate and evolve IT infrastructure including storage, backup, network, and HPC; Develop and implement IT concepts and projects within budget; Ensure IT security, data protection, and compliance; Advise researchers on HPC, data management, and AI integration; Represent the institute's IT externally and in MPG committees.