Head of Research and Innovation (m/f/d)

What You Will Achieve with Us

• Strategic management of research and innovation based on the company's strategy

• Identification and prioritisation of key future topics such as digitalisation, climate adaptation, and resource efficiency

• Development and implementation of a company-wide research and innovation strategy

• Initiating and leading research, development, and innovation projects

• Building and maintaining national and international research networks

• Design of governance structures, KPIs, and decision-making processes in innovation management

Your Profile

• Completed academic or technical university degree (Master's) in engineering, natural sciences or a comparable field, with relevant expertise. A PhD in the relevant subject area is an advantage

• Proven experience in leading research and innovation projects, ideally in the water supply and waste management sectors

• Demonstrated knowledge in project and innovation management as well as managing research partnerships

• Understanding of and network with research institutes, associations, and international partners

• Expertise in topics such as Industry 4.0, Smart City, and digital innovation management

• Fluency in English

• Ability to innovate, openness to change, and result-oriented actions

Compensation

Compensation is non-tariff, in accordance with the compensation guidelines for executives at Berliner Wasserbetriebe.

Reasons to Join Us

• Innovative technologies for Berlin's water cycle

• Sustainable environmental protection through active research

• Meaningful tasks with responsibility and team spirit

• Diverse career opportunities and development (e.g., individual personal development plans, internal training opportunities)

• Balanced work-life balance: 30 days of vacation/year, option for remote work, various working time models (e.g., sabbatical, flexitime, part-time, 10 additional vacation days through salary conversion, etc.), company pension scheme (VBL), additional benefits such as accident insurance and funeral allowance, company car or compensation, subsidy for the Germany Job Ticket, corporate benefits employee offers, 39 weeks of continued salary payment in case of illness, corporate health management (including bike leasing), family-friendly policies, and professional employee advice for all life situations

Application Information

• People with disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified.

• We are committed to equal opportunities and the professional advancement of women; therefore, we are particularly interested in applications from women.

• Applications from individuals with a migration background are expressly welcome.

• Applications with other educational qualifications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may be recognised in relation to prior knowledge and professional experience.

Your Application

Please apply with your complete application profile (cover letter, CV, certificates, and if applicable, proof of severe disability) by 24.08.2026, quoting the Job ID via our career page.

Interviews are expected to take place from week 38 onwards.