IT Manager (m/f/d)

The Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences in Leipzig investigates cognitive abilities and brain processes in humans. A major focus of our research is on the basic mechanisms of human thought and the neural basis of higher brain functions such as language, memory, orientation, music, and communication. We also develop new non-invasive imaging techniques for cognitive neuroscience.

We are looking for the following full-time position as soon as possible: IT Manager (m/f/d).

Your area of responsibility

• Management, technical leadership, and coordination of the central IT and database team of the Institute.
• Structural and conceptual development of a user-friendly, sustainable, and research-oriented IT landscape
• Organization, guarantee, and further development of IT support in the science and service area
• Implementation of new IT strategies, ensuring the efficient and proper operation of IT systems in the hardware and software areas
• Coordination of basic IT issues across the Institutes
• Continuous market observation and analysis of the IT sector for the implementation of science-related IT concepts, execution of tenders for hardware and software as well as planning and implementation of the IT budget
• Represent the Institute's IT interests vis-à-vis committees of the Max Planck Society and other institutions
• Ensuring and further developing the Institute's IT and data security concept

Your profile

• Completed (technical) university studies in computer science, business informatics, or comparable experience
• Very good knowledge of the conception, development, and operation of IT structures
• Several years of professional and team leadership experience, ideally in a scientific working environment
• Excellent written and spoken German and English skills
• Organizational talent and the ability to think conceptually and across departments
• Goal-oriented approach, strong service orientation, and hands-on mentality as well as excellent communication skills
• Analytical and creative thinking, solution-orientation, collegiality and ability to work in a team, and a high degree of responsibility
• Interest in supporting scientific projects and enthusiasm for innovative developments in the IT environment
• Experience and knowledge in the Windows, MacOS, and Linux environments is required

Our offer

• An open-minded, international and friendly working atmosphere
• Exciting and varied tasks in a leading, international, highly interdisciplinary research institute in the heart of Leipzig - a modern, family-friendly, and innovative city
• An opportunity to implement the latest IT technologies to expand the general and scientific computing infrastructure
• A very high degree of independence
• An opportunity to strategically plan the Institute's IT and data concept
• A motivating, international environment with innovative teams of scientists and experts
• Close cooperation with researchers in the development of novel scientific computing infrastructure at the Institute
• The opportunity for regular exchange of expertise as well as further training and education opportunities for you and your team
• Integration with the wider network of Max Planck Society IT experts, researchers, and high-performance infrastructure

Depending on qualifications and professional experience, remuneration is based on the collective agreement for the public service (TVöD Bund). In addition, social benefits are granted in accordance with the regulations for the civil service.

The Max Planck Society strives for gender equity and diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. The Max Planck Society aims to employ more severely disabled people. Applications from severely disabled persons are explicitly encouraged.

Please send your written application including: cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates/credentials and, if applicable, further documents via our online portal (reference number "IT 19/24"). Application Deadline: 16.02.2025

Should you have any questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Nikolaus Weiskopf (weiskopf@cbs.mpg.de)

Leipzig is a vibrant city that has been called “Germany’s new cultural hot spot” by the Guardian and listed as one of the 52 places to go in 2020 by the New York Times. It has a long-standing history of classical music, academic education, and —recently— modern arts. With its many parks, forests, canals and lakes, Leipzig is a perfect place for recreation, sports, and leisure time. It is located a one hour train ride south of Berlin.