CareerPlan
Frankfurt am Main, HESSENFull-time2026-11-02 → 2026-11-15
Hybrid

Core

Strategic development and coordination of the Geodesy department, positioning the BKG as a link between technical experts, member states, and political groups to secure the 'Global Geodesy Supply Chain'.

Role type

Senior IC geodesy scientist (strategy & coordination)

Builds

National group for the German contribution to the Global Geodesy Supply Chain; documentation for the UN Global Geodetic Center of Excellence

Domain

Geodesy / Global positioning systems / International cooperation

Deliverable

dashboards & analysis

Required skills

Global geodesy products (reference systems, Earth rotation, satellite orbits), International Association of Geodesy (IAG) structures, Strategic project leadership, Cross-border collaboration

Preferred skills

UN system experience, Ability to simplify complex geodesic concepts for non-experts

Technologies

Reference systems, Earth rotation models, Satellite orbit data

Responsibilities

Support strategic development and coordination of the Geodesy department, Position the BKG in the Global Geodesy Supply Chain, Build and coordinate a national group for the German contribution, Create documentation for the UN Global Geodetic Center of Excellence, Translate complex geodesic work into clear language for policymakers and the public