Animal Welfare Officer (m/f/d)

Animal Welfare Officer (m/f/d)
Animal Caretaker
Bad Nauheim
Developmental and Evolutionary Biology & Genetics
Immunobiology and Infection Biology & Medicine
Physiology
Job Code: 2026_26
Job Offer from November 06, 2026
The
Max Planck Institute for Heart and Lung Research in Bad Nauheim is seeking, at the earliest possible date, initially for a fixed-term period of 2 years, an Animal Welfare Officer (m/f/d).
The Max Planck Institute for Heart and Lung Research in Bad Nauheim is an internationally renowned research institute. It conducts basic research primarily in the fields of the cardiovascular system and organ biology. The institute currently comprises three departments, several independent research groups, and central scientific service groups. Approximately 380 people are employed at the institute.

Your responsibilities

Advising project leaders on applications for animal research proposals and preparing official statements
Providing advisory support throughout experimental procedures
Monitoring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Liaising with regulatory authorities
Fulfilling the statutory duties of the Animal Welfare Officer
Contributing to veterinary care and supporting the organization of species-appropriate breeding and housing of laboratory animals

Your qualifications

Completed veterinary medicine degree with full licensure to practice
Qualification as a Specialist Veterinarian in Laboratory Animal Science and/or Animal Welfare, or proven experience as an Animal Welfare Officer (advantageous)
Several years of documented experience in animal experimentation, particularly with genetically modified rodent and fish strains
Knowledge of operational procedures in large-scale scientific laboratory animal housing facilities (advantageous)
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Good command of English, both written and spoken
Remuneration is determined according to qualifications and role under the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD). Standard public sector benefits are also provided.
The Max Planck Society is committed to the inclusion of people with severe disabilities and expressly encourages their applications. The Society strives for gender equality and diversity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

How to apply

Please submit your complete application documents (cover letter, CV, and academic certificates) online by
December 31, 2026
, via our application portal
.