Internal Transformation Communications Specialist (m/f/d)

The Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association aims to transform tomorrow’s medicine through our discoveries of today. At locations in Berlin-Buch, Berlin-Mitte, Heidelberg and Mannheim, our researchers harness interdisciplinary collaboration to decipher the complexities of disease at the systems level – from molecules and cells to organs and the entire organism. Through academic, clinical, and industry partnerships, as well as global networks, we strive to translate biological discoveries into applications that enable the early detection of deviations from health, personalize treatment, and ultimately prevent disease. First founded in 1992, the Max Delbrück Center today inspires and nurtures a diverse talent pool of 1,800 people from over 70 countries. We are 90 percent funded by the German federal government and 10 percent by the state of Berlin.

The Strategy Office serves as a central interface to the Scientific Directorate and plays a key role in planning and implementing the forward-looking “MDC 2030” strategy. In close coordination with MDC departments, the scientific faculty, and national and international partner institutions, it drives essential strategic developments and helps shape the long-term direction and positioning of the Center.

Would you like to contribute to a major transformation process and provide impetus for strategic growth?

To strengthen our team, we are seeking a committed, creative, and strategically minded individual to join us on July 1, 2025. In this role, you will actively support the implementation of “MDC 2030” and initiate innovative projects through impactful internal change communication. This position is limited to 2 years.

Job Description

• Change Communication:
  Development and implementation of effective formats; creation and dissemination of targeted content
• Project Coordination:
  Management of cross-departmental transformation projects in close collaboration with internal partners
• Strategy Development:
  Preparation of recommendations, concepts, and guidelines for the implementation of “MDC 2030”
• Stakeholder Management:
  Collaboration with internal stakeholders to promote transparency, dialogue, and a readiness for change

Requirements

• Completed degree in life sciences or medicine
• Professional experience in science management and/or communication is an asset

Additional qualifications:

• Strategic Project Management:
  Experience with complex, multidimensional initiatives and management processes
• Change Communication:
  Hands-on experience in internal communication—from content creation to the sustainable implementation of effective formats
• Affinity for Science & Commitment:
  Passion for research, proactive mindset, strong sense of responsibility, and team spirit
• International Experience:
  Familiarity with the structures of international research institutions and confident stakeholder communication
• Personal Strengths:
  Strong interpersonal skills, excellent organizational abilities, and strong communication skills
• Language Proficiency:
  Excellent command of German and English, both written and spoken
• Working Style:
  High resilience, ability to multitask, and confidence in managing tight deadlines

We offer

• international working environment with communication in English and German
• interesting career opportunities and a range of opportunities for further qualification and training
• Compatibility of family and career certified by the workandfamily audit (“berufundfamilie audit”)
• Support for "New Berliners" through the MDC Welcome & Family Office

You also benefit from:

• a remuneration in accordance with the collective agreement for the federal public service (TVöD-Bund), including additional company pension schemes
• flexible working hours and childcare support
• an idyllic green campus, which is easily accessible by bicycle, public transport or car
• a secure job
• Subsidy for the job ticket as well as discounts in the campus canteen
• additional health benefits such as flu vaccination, eye test, ergonomics advice at the workplace
• the possibility of mobile working
• free use of Nextbike from the Buch S-Bahn station to the campus