Project Manager 2026, temporary appointment (maternity leave)
ACHUCARRO is seeking a precise, proactive, and detail-oriented candidate to join our neuroscience research center. You will support the administration and management of scientific projects for approximately 8 months (maternity cover). ACHUCARRO is committed to fostering an inclusive culture based on fairness, dignity, and respect. We support equal employment and professional development opportunities regardless of race, origin, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or religion.
Summary Information
Profile for this position
- Operations: Provide day-to-day operational support to streamline project administration.
- Grant Management: Assist in launching, managing, and tracking calls for proposals across various financing programs.
- Reporting: Prepare technical and financial reporting justifications for regional and national funding projects.
- Compliance: Handle administrative requests, documentation management, and formal project resolutions.
- Financial Tracking: Monitor active research projects and track financial progress, including reviewing budgets, expenditure statements, and reimbursement requests.
- Personnel and Contract Management: Support the management of contracts and related documentation for personnel hired or otherwise linked to research projects, including the preparation, processing, and follow-up of employment-related documentation.
- Communication: Serve as an administrative liaison between internal researchers and external funding agencies
Contract
- Type of contract: Fixed term
- Duration: Estimated, 8 months
- Schedule: 40 hour per weeks
Elegibility
- Core Competencies: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently in a multicultural environment.
- Languages: English fluency is highly valued; knowledge of additional languages is an asset.
- Preferred Experience:
- Prior experience in administrative or project management roles, ideally within an R&D or academic setting.
- Training or experience in project management frameworks or advanced management models.
Application deadline
25 Sep, 2026
Expected contract starting date
15 Oct, 2026
How to apply
Complete the online application form before the deadline.