Wissenschaftliche:r Angestellte:r (Data Expert) (w/m/d)

About

The Data Science Center (DSC) bundles and strategically develops the data-related competencies and activities of the University of Bremen. It promotes exchange between disciplines, strengthens the data literacy of researchers, and creates the conditions for sustainable, data-based research in all scientific fields. As a central point of contact, the DSC offers extensive services related to data management and data science and supports scientists in planning and conducting data-intensive research projects.

As part of a project funded by the state of Bremen for the strategic further development of services, a position as "Data Expert" is to be filled at the Data Science Center. The position is project-related and serves to further develop and test the DSC's research-supporting services and offerings, particularly in the areas of consulting and qualification. The goal is to expand support services for scientists and to accompany data-related aspects in research consortia, with a special focus on the social sciences.

Aufgabengebiet (Responsibilities)

• Further development and project-related testing of the Data Science Center's data-related consulting and support services
• Methodological consulting and support for scientists in individual and collaborative projects on data-related issues
• Participation in the preparation and conceptual development of third-party funding applications (e.g., in collaborative projects or INF projects)
• Development and implementation of qualification and knowledge transfer formats in the field of Data Science and Data Management, especially for doctoral programs and graduate colleges
• Evaluation, documentation, and further development of the services and formats developed in the project

Voraussetzungen (Requirements)

• Completed scientific university studies (Master's, Uni-Diplom) in Sociology, Social Sciences, or Data Science, or a comparable field with a relevant connection to the above-mentioned tasks
• Experience in applying quantitative social science methods and in handling social science research data (e.g., survey data)
• Experience in advising researchers on topics such as data collection, data preparation, analysis methods, or research data management
• Experience in the conception and implementation of training or support formats in the context of data literacy
• Knowledge of a programming language, preferably Python and/or R
• Experience in participating in third-party funding applications or research consortia
• Knowledge of interdisciplinary cooperation
• Proficient command of German, both written and spoken (CEF level C1)
• Very good command of English, both written and spoken (CEF level C1)
• Very good communication skills as well as a structured and self-reliant way of working

Of advantage are:

• A doctorate with a relevant connection to the tasks mentioned above
• Knowledge of regional and national research and data infrastructures as well as the relevant actors in the data ecosystem of the state of Bremen

Allgemeine Hinweise (General Information)

We offer, among other things:

• Integration into a highly motivated, interdisciplinary, multicultural, and agile DSC team
• Annual special payment ("Christmas bonus"), regular tariff-based salary increases, and additional pension plan for public service employees (VBL)
• A crisis-proof, interesting, and varied workplace at a cosmopolitan university
• 30 days of annual leave
• A diverse, future-oriented, and open corporate culture
• Support from a collegial, motivated team with a positive working atmosphere
• Individual onboarding
• Opportunities for further training and professional development
• Compatibility of family and career through flexible working hours (flexitime) and the possibility of mobile work (taking framework conditions into account)
• Special support for parents, including childcare services
• Free services within the scope of social and family counseling
• An active company health management program, including the possibility of discounts at local sports clubs or for fitness studios and swimming pools (EGYM WELLPASS)
• The option to use a job ticket
• Numerous offers for sports and culture
• Varied catering options in the university cafeterias

Open to unconventional approaches in research and teaching, the University of Bremen has maintained its character as a place of short distances for people and ideas since its founding 50 years ago. With a broad spectrum of subjects, we combine exceptional performance and great innovative potential. As an ambitious research university, we stand for the approach of research-based learning and a strong orientation towards interdisciplinarity. We actively shape scientific collaborations worldwide in a partnership-based manner.

Today, around 23,000 people learn, teach, research, and work on our international campus. In research and teaching, administration, and operations, we are strongly committed to the goals of sustainability, climate justice, and climate neutrality. Our Bremen spirit is expressed in the courage to try new things, in supportive cooperation, in respect, and appreciation for each other. With our study and research profile and as part of the European YUFE network, we take social responsibility in the region, in Europe, and the world.

The university is family-friendly, diverse, and sees itself as an international university. We therefore welcome all applicants regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, and identity.

The University of Bremen intends to increase the proportion of women in science, which is why women are explicitly encouraged to apply. In cases of equal qualification, women will be given preferential consideration, unless reasons lie with a male competitor.

Severely disabled applicants will be given preference in cases of essentially equal professional and personal suitability.

Bewerbungshinweise (Application Instructions)

For university degrees obtained outside the EU, please submit the German or English translation and the assessment from the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB). Alternatively, we ask you to send an excerpt from the database for the recognition and evaluation of foreign educational qualifications (anabin).

We point out that no photos should be attached to the application documents.

We ask you to submit only copies (no folders) as we cannot return them. After the selection process is completed, your application documents will be stored in accordance with legal requirements and then destroyed.

Any costs for the application process cannot be reimbursed.

Ansprechperson (Contact Person)

For content-related questions about the advertised position, please contact:

Dr. Lena Steinmann (Coordinator of the DSC) | Tel: 0421-218-63941 | E-Mail: lena.steinmann@uni-bremen.de or Prof. Dr. Rolf Drechsler (Spokesperson of the DSC) | Tel: 0421-218-63932 | E-Mail: drechsler@uni-bremen.de

For general questions about the personnel selection process, please contact:

Wilfried Giesenhagen | Tel. 0421 218-63511 | E-Mail: wigi@uni-bremen.de

Your application with your complete and meaningful documents (cover letter, CV, qualification certificates, references) should be sent by May 13, 2026, as a single PDF file via unencrypted electronic mail to: Wilfried Giesenhagen, wigi@uni-bremen.de

or by post to:

Universität Bremen Fachbereich 3 - Verwaltung Herrn W. Giesenhagen Bibliothekstr. 5 28359 Bremen