.The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking a Research Projects Management Technician. This position will be funded by NEXT-ICIQ project GPE2022-00953 (until December 2024), funded by MCIN/AEI/10.13039/501100011033.ICIQ is one of the world's internationally recognized leading institutions in the field of chemistry committed to solving major social and economic challenges by conducting top quality research in three main areas: Sustainable Catalysis, Renewable Energy and Health. The institute also aims at training the future generation of scientists by offering high-quality educational programs to master, PhD students and postdoctoral researchers (full details on http://www.Iciq.Org/).The Research Project Manager technician will work at the Research Projects and International Collaborations Unit, supporting the preparation of European competitive projects.The Research Projects and International Collaborations Unit helps researchers at ICIQ identify interesting calls, prepare the applications and manage competitive projects awarded by international and national research agencies and foundations.Responsibilities:Funding: Identify new funding opportunities for the research lines at ICIQProject preparation: Support the definition of research projects, especially those with a more innovative character in a coordinated effort with the knowledge and technology transfer and industrial projects department. Main tasks include: advising on project partners, preparation of budget, support on proposal writing and submission.Liaising between research group leaders and other ICIQ support areas for the daily running of the projectsProject Coordination: Monitor the progress of work, anticipate possible problems and maintain excellent communication with the Principal Investigator and with the Project Officer or equivalent from funding agencies.Organize and participate in consortium meetings, teleconferences, reviews and other events. Prepare and submit high-quality periodic reports on time (collect and review consortium information).Science policy: Analysis and participation in the definition of roadmaps and strategic agendasOthers: Collaborate to improve the operation of the different units involved in the research projects implementation by sharing best practicesRequirements:University Degree (Chemistry related degrees might be an advantage).Research experience or PhD.Excellent communication (both oral and written) and networking skills.Advanced level of English, Spanish and Catalan (written and spoken) is required.Team work skills.Proactive and enthusiastic personality.Used to working under pressure with strict deadlines.Availability to travel within Europe.Awareness of knowledge and technology transfer processes.Valued qualities:Previous experience and training in research project management and knowledge of European research funding.Experience/knowledge on science policy
