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European Research and Project Technician

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added today (last checked 15 Oct)

Agency
Adecco España

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Overview

Salary
€38,258 a year

About €2,380 a month after tax.

Work mode
On-site, Madrid
Contract
Fixed-term contract, full-time hours
Hours
37.5 hours a week
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Requirements

Essential requirements

- University Degree or Licentiate degree.

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the promotion and management of international research programs.

- Extensive knowledge of competitive European R&D&i funding programs.

- Knowledge of the Spanish Science, Technology, and Innovation System.

- Specific training in the promotion and management of European programs.

- English level C1-C2 (full professional proficiency).

Nice to have

- PhD degree.

- Experience in the university environment.

- Knowledge of national and international calls for public and private funding.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What we offer

Joining via a replacement contract due to paternity leave.

Participation in national and international research projects.

Dynamic and highly specialized environment.

Possibility of professional development in the field of research management and promotion.

Immediate availability

The role

European Research and Projects Technician

Are you passionate about research and international projects?

We are looking to hire a Research Project Promotion Technician to provide support to the Research Project Office, driving participation in international R&D&i programs and supporting researchers in all phases of the preparation and development of European projects.

What you'll do

Main duties

- Analyze research units, groups, centers, and institutes to identify strengths and internationalization opportunities.

- Detect, evaluate, and disseminate national and international calls, workshops, and funding opportunities, especially those linked to European programs.

- Advise and support researchers in the preparation of international project proposals.

- Participate in the drafting of proposals, preparation of budgets, and the formation of consortia.

- Manage and coordinate confidentiality agreements, consortium agreements, and other associated documentation.

- Contribute to institutional positioning in strategic research areas.

- Represent the organization in national and international networks, alliances, and events.

- Attend networking sessions and meetings with potential project partners.

- Deliver or collaborate on training actions for researchers regarding European programs.

- Negotiate project contracts until the formalization of the corresponding Grant Agreement.

- Coordinate with management teams to ensure the correct follow-up of awarded projects.

How you'll work

Location: Metro San Bernardo (Madrid)

Contract type: Replacement due to paternity leave

Full-time: 37.5 hours per week

Schedule

37.5 hours per week

- Monday to Thursday: from 09:00 to 18:30 h

- Friday: from 08:00 to 13:30 h

With schedule flexibility according to service needs.

What do we offer?

Salary: 38,258.72 gross euros per year.

Requirements

PhD and 5 years of experience.

Hiring process

1 interview

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Hiring process

If you have experience in European research programs, have a high level of English, and are motivated to drive international R&D&i projects, we would love to meet you. Send us your CV and become part of a team committed to research excellence.

About Adecco España

Adecco España is the Spanish subsidiary of The Adecco Group, the world's largest staffing and recruitment company. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, Adecco operates in over 60 countries and provides workforce solutions across a wide range of industries, including logistics, manufacturing, automotive, healthcare, and technology. In Spain, Adecco is one of the leading employment agencies, connecting thousands of workers with temporary and permanent positions across the country, from warehouse and industrial roles to administrative and customer service positions.

Adecco's Spain presence is extensive, with offices in major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Bilbao, among others. The company is known for its strong focus on workforce flexibility and career development, offering training and upskilling opportunities. For international professionals, Adecco Spain provides a gateway to the Spanish job market, with many roles requiring multilingual skills, particularly in customer service and technical positions. The work culture is dynamic and fast-paced, with a strong emphasis on matching candidates to the right opportunities.

Industry
Staffing
Website
adecco.com

In their own words

About the company & team

Department: Research Service Project Office

Additional information

At Adecco, we believe in equal opportunities and we are committed to Talent Without Labels.

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