Equal opportunities, inclusion and diversity at ATB
ATB is committed to equal opportunities, inclusion and diversity and actively promotes the career advancement and equal participation of all employees – regardless of gender or background – in scientific life and institute events. The diverse experiences and biographies of our employees enrich the scientific community and contribute to a productive and inspiring working atmosphere.
Gender equality is lived reality at ATB. In terms of reconciling work and family life, ATB offers excellent working conditions. The proportion of women and men is balanced across the entire organisation. The scientific management positions are currently predominantly held by women. Since 2022, the institute has been headed by two women.
In recent years, ATB has developed into an international institute. In 2023, 44% of the scientific staff came from 29 different countries. Overall, 26% of the staff has an international background.
We are committed to the inclusion of employees with disabilities and actively promote the implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the German Act on Equal Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities.
As a member of the Leibniz Association, ATB is committed to the association's goals in terms of equal opportunities and diversity. The institute is guided by “The DFG’s Research-Oriented Equity and Diversity Standards” and the supplementary “Leibniz Equality Standards”.
In order to implement the research-oriented equality standards at ATB, goals and measures are updated regularly in the equality plan. In 2024, the Equality Plan 2024-2027 has been approved.
The activities of the Equal Opportunity Officer are supported by a 20% exemption share.
In 2024, ATB also signed the Diversity Charter to further strengthen its commitment to a diverse work culture.
