Administrative Coordinator TV-L E13, 50%
The newly funded Collaborative Research Centre “Information Density and Linguistic Encoding” (SFB 1102) investigates in how far variation in language can be explained by taking an information-theoretic perspective on communication. For more details see www.sfb1102.uni-saarland.de
The research center seeks an
Administrative Coordinator
TV-L E13, 50%
Responsibilities include budgetary management and planning, coordination of the SFB graduate school, interaction with support staff, coordination of reporting activities, publicity both within the scientific community and for general public, and serving as a key contact person for SFB staff (ca. 30 researchers, plus 15 PIs), the University, and the DFG.
Applicants will ideally possess excellent communication skills in both English and German, experience in coordination of large projects, and strong budgetary and task management abilities. Solid computer skills relevant to both administrative tasks (Office software) and research infrastructure (Unix, Latex, SVN, Web/Wiki maintenance) are also desired. Candidates must have a scientific degree (MSc or equivalent), and those with a PhD will be preferred.
Saarland University offers a friendly and lively academic environment that is well-known for its interdisciplinary research in language and computation. Saarland University is an equal opportunity employer. Applications of women are strongly encouraged; applications of disabled persons will be given preferential treatment to those of other candidates with equal qualifications.
The position is available from October 1st, 2014, for an initial period of two years, with the possibility for extension.
Applications should be submitted electronically as a single pdf file to sekretariat.ASWUED@mx.uni-saarland.de
E-Mail: sekretariat.ASWUED@mx.uni-saarland.de
http://www.sfb1102.uni-saarland.de