Research Data Management Specialist (m/f/d) - Reference Number: 41-2026 FDM -

As part of its performance agreement with the Saxon State Ministry of Science, Culture, and Tourism (SMWK), aims to establish university-wide governance for research data management (RDM) in accordance with the FAIR principles, as well as to develop discipline-specific research data guidelines by December 31, 2027. To implement this strategic task, a position within the Research Support Office is to be filled as soon as possible to introduce and support research data management (RDM).

In this role, the position holder (m/f/d) will be responsible in particular for the following tasks:

• Developing and implementing a university-wide strategy for research data management in coordination with university leadership, faculties, central units, and the university’s research institutes,
• Establishing a governance structure for research data management in accordance with the FAIR principles as well as national and international standards,
• Developing guidelines for implementing the FAIR principles in accordance with the guidelines of the HSZG, relevant third-party funding agencies, and applicable scientific standards,
• Developing discipline-specific research data guidelines in accordance with the agreement on objectives with the SMWK,
• Analyzing existing processes, systems, and support services, and developing recommendations for action to further develop the research infrastructure,
• Advising researchers on the planning, documentation, storage, archiving, and reuse of research data,
• Developing information, advisory, and training programs on research data management,
• Designing structures and processes, including guidelines, and conducting training sessions and workshops on research data management for HSZG members,
• Connecting the university with regional and national RDM initiatives and professional networks.

The following knowledge and skills are required:

• a successfully completed university degree, preferably in STEM or the social sciences,
• Knowledge of national and international developments in research data management,
• Knowledge of the FAIR principles and the Open Science movement,
• Knowledge of the requirements of relevant third-party funding agencies (DFG, BMBF, EU),
• Experience in project or change management,
• Experience in developing guidelines, concepts, or governance structures,
• Knowledge of legal frameworks (data protection, copyright, research ethics),
• academic knowledge or professional experience in the areas of data management and process digitization, preferably in the academic sector,
• Knowledge of the structures and working methods of universities, research institutions, or comparable organizations.

In addition, the following are desirable:

• expertise in the areas of open data, open science, and open access,
• practical knowledge in the preparation and delivery of training sessions and workshops, as well as pedagogical and didactic skills.

We expect you to

• a willingness to collaborate enthusiastically with various target groups within the university setting (researchers, administrative staff, management),
• strong teamwork skills, initiative, and consulting expertise.

We offer you

• a position of responsibility at the intersection of University Administration and research,
• the opportunity to play a shaping role in the university’s structural development,
• flexible and family-friendly working hours within the framework of the applicable employment agreement,
• opportunities for personal and professional development through targeted continuing education and training,
• attractive benefits (company pension plan, annual bonus, capital-forming benefits),
• a workplace health management program with initiatives to promote employee health, as well as
• the option to use a job ticket.