Student assistance in the CBWNet project

The IFSH researches the conditions of peace and security - globally, regionally and locally. We analyse the complex challenges of peace and security policy under fundamentally changing conditions from various specialist perspectives. We combine basic scientific research with analyses of current security policy events and offer practical recommendations for politics and society.

We are looking for a student employee for our Berlin office to start on September 01, 2026. The position is initially limited until September 30, 2027. The working hours are up to 10 hours per week and are remunerated in accordance with TV-AVH EG 2. You will support the content and organizational work in the BMFTR-funded joint project “Comprehensively strengthening the norms against chemical and biological weapons: The CBW Competence Network” and coordinate with the management of the Institute's Berlin office.

The position is part of the joint project “Comprehensively Strengthening Norms Against Chemical and Biological Weapons: The CBW Competence Network,” which is funded by the BMFTR and jointly conducted by the IFSH, the Chair of Public Law and International Law at Justus Liebig University Giessen, the Leibniz Institute Hessian Foundation for Peace and Conflict Research (HSFK), and the Carl Friedrich von Weizsäcker Center for Science and Peace Research (ZNF) at the University of Hamburg. The project examines how the norms prohibiting chemical and biological weapons, which are currently under pressure, can be strengthened in the multilateral treaty regimes.

•    Simple administrative tasks (mail, filing, cash management, photocopying)

•    Assistance with organizing public and confidential events for the competence network

•    Organizational support for the newsletter and the project website

•    Formatting and editing scientific texts

•    Assistance with research on topics related to chemical and biological weapons control

We are looking for you if you:

•    are a registered student at a state-recognized German university 

•    are confident in using all common MS Office applications 

•    have very good knowledge of German and English 

•    can work independently and responsibly 

•    enjoy working in a team 

•    are quick on the uptake, conscientious, and meticulous in your work

Basic knowledge in the field of peace research and arms control gained through studies and/or internships or work experience (including as a student or research assistant) is an advantage.

The IFSH has set itself the goal of promoting women's careers and is therefore particularly interested in applications from women in areas where they are underrepresented. In accordance with the Hamburg Equality Act, women with equivalent qualifications will be given priority in these areas. People with severe disabilities are also expressly encouraged to apply.

Please apply via our career portal (/https://.ifsh.vacancies) with your complete and informative application documents (including cover letter, resume, certificates, and overview of your academic record).