International R&D & Projects Manager
19 hours ago
Madrid
Organisation/Company University of A Coruña Research Field Other Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Application Deadline 22 Jul 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 1 Nov 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number 2026/CP/166 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? NoOffer DescriptionResearch Lines : Strategic Research Line of the Vice-Rectorate for Research and Knowledge Transfer (Registration No. 20)Funding Reference : Agreement for Strengthening Personnel in Knowledge Transfer and Innovation Management 2023–2026Project Title : Collaboration Agreement between the Regional Ministry of Culture, Education, Vocational Training and Universities and the Universities of A Coruña, Santiago de Compostela and Vigo for the Strengthening of Knowledge Transfer and Innovation Management Staff and the Consolidation of Research Structures (2023–2026)Funding Period :Start:01/01/2023End:31/12/2026Principal Research Centre : Vice-Rectorate for Research and Knowledge TransferWorkplace and Working Hours : CITIC, Monday to Friday, 08:30–15:30FunctionStart DateEnd DateIdentification, analysis and monitoring of European and international funding opportunities in the fields of research, innovation, knowledge transfer and technological development.01/11/202631/12/20262 monthsPreparation and submission of European and international project proposals, including the analysis of eligibility and call requirements, the drafting, structuring and review of proposal documentation, and the monitoring of submission deadlines.01/11/202631/12/20262 monthsTechnical, administrative and financial management of international projects and activities, including the processing of project-related expenses, travel arrangements, associated procurement procedures and contract management, and the monitoring of administrative files.01/11/202631/12/20262 monthsPromotion and strengthening of collaboration with universities, research centres, European platforms and other international stakeholders in the field of research, development and innovation (R&D&I).01/11/202631/12/20262 monthsOrganisation of and participation in workshops, meetings, study visits, events, Information Days (Info Days) and networking activities aimed at fostering internationalisation and enhancing the centre's international profile.01/11/202631/12/20262 monthsMaintenance of systems for monitoring funding opportunities, proposals and projects, and preparation of reports to support strategic planning and decision-making.01/11/202631/12/20262 monthsDevelopment and implementation of the centre's internationalisation strategy, in line with its strategic planning, with particular emphasis on attracting competitive funding, participating in international networks and enhancing the centre's international visibility.01/11/202631/12/20262 monthsReview and improvement of internal procedures related to the identification of funding opportunities, the preparation and management of proposals and projects, and the optimisation of international research support processes.01/11/202631/12/20262 monthsTheCentre for Information and Communication Technologies Research (CITIC)brings together more than300 researchers. As a member of theCIGUS Network, CITIC provides researchers with state-of-the-art high-performance and specialised computing infrastructures that support the development of projects in the fields ofArtificial Intelligence, Data Science and Data Engineering, High-Performance Computing, Smart Services and Networks, and Cybersecurity. The Centre also promotes strategic initiatives aimed at strengtheninginternationalisation, technology transfer and innovation .TheRegional Government of Galicia (Xunta de Galicia), through theRegional Ministry of Education, Science, Universities and Vocational Training, has accredited CITIC as aCentre of Excellenceand recognised it as a member of theCIGUS Networkfor the period2024–2027. These capabilities and this recognition consolidate CITIC as a leading research centre in digital technologies, strengthening the competitiveness of theUniversity of A Coruñaand theGalician University System .This call is aimed at recruiting anR&D&I Project Manager (National and International Projects).The successful candidate will be responsible for:Identifying, analysing and monitoring European and international funding opportunities in the fields of research, innovation, knowledge transfer and technological development.Preparing and submitting European and international project proposals, including analysing eligibility and call requirements, drafting, structuring and reviewing proposal documentation, and monitoring submission deadlines.Providing technical, administrative and financial management of international projects and activities, including the processing of project-related expenses, travel arrangements, procurement procedures, associated contracts, and the monitoring of administrative files.Promoting and strengthening collaboration with universities, research centres, European platforms and other international stakeholders in the field of Research, Development and Innovation (R&D&I).Organising and participating in workshops, meetings, study visits, events, Information Days (Info Days) and networking activities aimed at promoting internationalisation and enhancing the Centre's international profile.Maintaining systems for monitoring funding opportunities, project proposals and funded projects, and preparing reports to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.Developing and implementing the Centre's internationalisation strategy in line with its strategic objectives, with particular emphasis on attracting competitive funding, participating in international networks and increasing the Centre's international visibility.Reviewing and improving internal procedures related to the identification of funding opportunities, proposal preparation, and the management and monitoring of international projects.Master's degree in International Relations, International Studies, European Studies or European Union Studies, Law, Political Science, Public Administration, Project Management, or another equivalent or closely related qualification officially recognised in Spain.Additional InformationEligibility criteriaPlease, click on the following link to access the criteria assessment chart:The funding for this employment contract may be covered, in whole or in part, by any other project or grant assigned to the relevantResearch Line, including before the end of the initial funding period, provided that adequate and sufficient funding is available.In accordance withArticle 5 of Instruction 2/2025 of 17 March 2025 of the Vice-Rectorate for Research and Knowledge Transfer, regulating the Register of Research and Strategic Research Lines and the recruitment of research staff funded through research lines, the continuation of thisopen-ended employment contractis subject to the ongoing need for the duties associated with the position and the availability of adequate and sufficient funding within the relevant Research Line.The exhaustion of the funding allocated to the Research Line, or the completion of the technical activities justifying the position without the possibility of redeployment, shall constitute an objective ground for termination of the employment contract, pursuant toArticle 52(e) of the Spanish Workers' Statute .Eligibility requirementsGiven the highly international nature of the position, which involves regular interaction with European institutions, organisations and stakeholders, as well as the drafting, review and submission of technical documentation in English, applicantsmusthold anofficial certificate demonstrating a minimum English language proficiency level of C1according to theCommon European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This is amandatory eligibility requirement. Failure to provide evidence of this qualification will result in exclusion from the selection process.All eligibility requirements must be fulfilled by the closing date for the submission of applications.By the application deadline, and throughout the duration of the employment contract, applicants must meet and continue to satisfy the requirements established inArticle 8 of the Regulations Governing the Recruitment of Research Staff under Chapter 6 (Research Projects, Grants and Knowledge Transfer Agreements).Supporting documentation for the assessment of meritsOnly merits that are properly documented will be assessed. Merits that are merely declared but not supported by documentary evidence willnotbe considered by the Selection Committee.General qualifications:All degrees, diplomas and certificates must be submitted as clearly legible PDF files.Professional experience:Applicants must provide an up-to-dateEmployment History Report (Informe de Vida Laboral)issued by the Spanish Social Security authorities, together with copies of the corresponding employment contracts.Research projects:Only certificates issued by the competent official authority (e.G. the Vice-Rectorate for Research or another body with legal authority to certify such participation) will be accepted.Language proficiency:Language skills must be supported by an official certificate (e.G.CEFR ,Cambridge English ,DELE ,Official School of Languages (EOI), or another equivalent qualification recognised by the Selection Committee).Important:Certificates or letters issued personally by lecturers, supervisors or Principal Investigators (PIs) of research projects willnotbe accepted as proof of merits.Selection processThe position may remainvacantif no applicant achieves a final score ofmore than 60 points, including the interview stage.Areserve listwill be established with applicants who are not selected by the Selection Committee. This reserve list may be used in the event that the selected candidate declines the offer or if the employment contract is terminated. It may also be used for future recruitment processes involving positions with the same duties and requirements.The University of A Coruña is committed to recruitment procedures based onmerit, transparency and equal opportunities, in accordance with itsOpen, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment (OTM-R) Policy, within the framework of theHR Excellence in Researchaward.Selection processApplication SubmissionSubmission method:Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted electronically through theUniversity of A Coruña (UDC) Electronic Office .Applications must be addressed to theVice-Rectorate for Research and Knowledge Transfer, quoting thereference number of the call .Application deadline:Five (5) working days from the day following the publication of this call on theOfficial Notice Board of the UDC Electronic Office .Selection Committee and Publication of ResultsSelection Committee(minimum of three full members and three alternate members):Publication of the selection results:The selection decision will be published on theOfficial Notice Board of the UDC Electronic Office .Additional commentsGeneral required documentation:1. Copy of national identity document or passport2. Copy of degree certificate in Spanish or English. If obtained outside the European Union it must be apostilled or legalised by the Spanish Embassy.3. CV in English or Spanish/Galician4. Responsible declaration that the requirements of the call are fulfilled.5. Responsible declaration of the veracity of the data stated in the applicationIf you are a candidate from abroad in Spain, please contact euraxess.vit@udc.es for instructions on how to apply to this call.Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute CITIC - Research Center on Information and Communications Technologies Country Spain Geofield#J-18808-Ljbffr