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Center for Genomic Regulation

Scientific Project Manager

Barcelona

October 10, 2024

The Institute

The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is an international biomedical research institute of excellence, based in Barcelona, Spain, with more than 400 scientists from 44 countries. The CRG is composed of an interdisciplinary, motivated, and creative team of scientists, which is supported both by a flexible and efficient administration and by high-end and innovative core technology units.

In April 2021, the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) received the renewal of the 'HR Excellence in Research' Award from the European Commission. This is a recognition of the Institute's commitment to developing an HR Strategy for Researchers, designed to bring the practices and procedures in line with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter and Code).
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The role

We are seeking a dynamic Scientific Project Manager to join our Strategy and Funding (Sa F) team. This role involves managing two externally funded projects:

ICTS OMICS TECH: Omics Tech forms a strategic network of omics technology capacities in Spain, offering open and coordinated access to enhance critical mass, improve competitiveness, and avoid resource redundancies (Coordinator: Eduard Sabidó).

COST Action Cor Eu Stem: A European network aiming to harmonize stem cell research and tissue engeneering protocols and establish a reference point for stakeholders in stem cell biology and associated tecnologies (Coordinator: Laura Batlle)

The successful candidate will ensure the effective management and implementation of both projects, collaborating closely with project coordinators, consortium partners, the Sa F team, technology transfer, financial management, and communication.

Job duties include:

Manage projects to ensure compliance and meet deadlines

Coordinate administrative tasks, delegating where appropriate

Foster communication and collaboration among project partners and relevant initiatives

Ensure timely and high-quality completion of reports, deliverables, and milestones

Coordinate and contribute to the writing of technical and financial reports, and other project documentation

Oversee transversal aspects such as open science, ethics, and innovation

Organize project events, training, meetings, and workshops

Advise partners on scientific, administrative, and horizontal issues, including ethical, legal, and social aspects

Manage project websites and social media for disseminating results to various audiences

Contribute to raising additional funds and preparing new grant applications

Assist with transversal tasks within the Sa F team

About the team

The Sa F office enhances the CRG's international and interdisciplinary scope, creating opportunities for scientific collaborations. The team provides strategic advice, supports the Director, and coordinates institutional projects and partnerships. Learn more about our objectives and activities here.

Whom would we like to hire?

Professional experience

Must Have

Research experience in an international setting

Proven project management skills and experience managing collaborations

Experience with European or international grants, and organizing scientific events

Background in innovation management, research valorisation, or business development

Education and training

Ph D degree in life sciences or related fields is desirable

Previous knowledge of COST Action projects would be beneficial

Languages

Proficient in spoken and written Spanish and English

Knowledge of Catalan is advantageous

Technical skills

Expertise in project management and scientific grant writing

Strong IT skills (Excel, online communication tools, CMS, etc.)

Transversal Competences

Excellent writing and communication skills.

Proactive, flexible, and problem-solving mindset.

Team player with the ability to work independently.

Detail-oriented and well-organized.

The Offer – Working Conditions

Contract duration: Technical and scientific activity contract linked to the project (estimated June 2026)
30 days of annual leave (based on a 40-hour workweek)

Teleworking option (2 days per week)

Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with our pay scales

Target start date: November 2024

We provide a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructures, and unique professional career development opportunities. To check out our training and development portfolio, please visit our website in the training section.

We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.

The CRG is committed to reconcile a work and family life of its employees and are offering extended vacation period and the possibility to benefit from flexible working hours.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available as it has expired

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