European R&D Project Leader in Agri-food Bioeconomy
Paterna, Spain·Full-time·Added 18 days ago
What they offer
Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
What they ask for
Have the right to work in Spain
AINIA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Be near Paterna for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English,.
The role
AINIA is a private technology center with more than 35 years of experience in R&D&i. We work to boost company competitiveness through innovation, leading technological development in a sustainable manner.
Our R&D&i projects are developed from a cross-functional perspective, with teams that include specialists from various technologies to offer integral solutions. Continuous innovation is the essence of our culture and compels us to further drive collaboration with companies and public institutions every day.
To fulfill this mission, at AINIA we are looking to incorporate into our staff of professionals a/an:
European R&D Project Leader in Agri-food Bioeconomy.
What you'll do
- General coordination of EU projects currently being executed by AINIA.
- Coordination of meetings, activity monitoring, internal coordination, coordination with consortia and partners, etc.
- Alignment with AINIA's EU Technological Strategy and its corresponding action plans. Participation in their design and monitoring.
- Monitoring of prominent EU centers, companies, platforms and/or projects.
- Internal dynamization and promotion of new EU proposals.
- Coordination of work teams for the ideation and maturation of proposals.
- Design of consortia and partner recruitment.
- Contact with national contact points, platforms, associations, etc.
- Coordination of work with external consultancies.
- Budget negotiation with the proposal partners.
- Supervision of proposal preparation and drafting of some key sections in certain proposals.
- Internal coordination of the results exploitation plan and IP management.
- Internal coordination of the communication and dissemination plan.
Requirements
What we're looking for
We are looking for people with a higher university degree, preferably in the agri-food field or related areas (Agronomic Engineering, Biotechnology, Food Science, Chemical Engineering...).
The selected person must possess a senior technical profile in green transformation, circular economy, bioeconomy, energy transition, climate change, and zero pollution. Knowledge and experience in the field of agri-food and the food of the future, as well as experience as an evaluator of EU programs, such as H2020, BBI, SPIRE, LIFE, etc., will be valued. It is essential to demonstrate professional experience as a leader of EU R&D proposals that have been successfully funded and executed.
Additionally, high knowledge of the peculiarities of EU programs and the ecosystem is required, as well as high relational and networking capacity at the EU level, and the ability to manage internal technical teams and multi-disciplinary consortia.
If you are a results-oriented person, with a high degree of commitment, teamwork, and excellent interpersonal communication skills, do not hesitate to apply!
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Being part of a purposeful, solid organization with 35 years in the market, with a committed team, great vocation, and an orientation toward continuous improvement.
- Competitive compensation.
- Innovative and cutting-edge R&D projects in their sectors.
- Schedule flexibility: intensive working day during the summer months, Christmas, Easter, Fallas, and long weekend holidays.
- Working day flexibility.
- Remote work.
- Specific training according to the department, including languages.
- Free parking.
- Benefits: meal vouchers, company doctor, discounts on medical insurance and gym.
The role
AINIA es un centro tecnológico privado con más de 35 años de experiencia en I+D+i. Trabajamos para impulsar la competitividad de las empresas a través de la innovación, liderando el desarrollo tecnológico de manera sostenible.
Nuestros proyectos de I+D+i se desarrollan desde la transversalidad, con equipos que incluyen a especialistas de diversas tecnologías para ofrecer soluciones integrales. La innovación continua es la esencia de nuestra cultura y nos obliga a impulsar cada día más la colaboración con empresas e instituciones públicas.
Para cumplir esta misión, desde AINIA estamos buscando incorporar a nuestra plantilla de profesionales un/a:
Líder de Proyectos I+D Europeos en Bioeconomía agroalimentaria.
What you'll do
- Coordinación general de proyectos UE en ejecución de AINIA.
- Coordinación de reuniones, seguimiento actividades, coordinación interna, coordinación con consorcios y socios, etc.
- Alineamiento con la Estrategia Tecnológica de UE de AINIA y sus correspondientes planes de acción. Participación en su diseño y seguimiento.
- Vigilancia centros, empresas, plataformas y/o proyectos UE destacados.
- Dinamización y promoción interna de nuevas propuestas UE.
- Coordinación de equipos de trabajo para la ideación y maduración de propuestas.
- Diseño de consorcios y captación de socios.
- Contacto con puntos nacionales de contacto, plataformas, asociaciones, etc.
- Coordinación de trabajos con consultoras externas.
- Negociación del presupuesto con los socios de la propuesta.
- Supervisión de la elaboración de propuestas y redacción de algunos apartados clave en algunas propuestas.
- Coordinación interna del plan de explotación de los resultados y gestión de la IP.
- Coordinación interna del plan de comunicación y diseminación.
Requirements
What we're looking for
Buscamos personas con titulación universitaria superior, preferentemente en el ámbito agroalimentario o afines (Ing. Agronómica, Biotecnología, Biotecnología, Ciencias de los Alimentos, Ing. Química...).
La persona seleccionada deberá poseer un perfil técnico senior en transformación verde, economía circular, bioeconomía, transición energética, cambio climático y contaminación cero. Se valorarán conocimientos y experiencia en el ámbito de la agroalimentación y la alimentación del futuro, así como a experiencia como evaluador/a de programas UE, tipo H2020, BBI, SPIRE, LIFE, etc. Imprescindible acreditar experiencia profesional como líder de propuestas de I+D UE que hayan sido financiadas y ejecutadas con éxito.
Además, se requiere alto conocimiento de las peculiaridades de los programas y ecosistema UE, alta capacidad relacional y de networking a nivel UE, así como capacidad de gestión de equipos técnicos internos y consorcios multi-disciplinares.
Si eres una persona orientada a resultados, con alto grado de compromiso, trabajo en equipo y una excelente capacidad de comunicación interpersonal, ¡no dudes en aplicar!
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Formar parte de una organización con propósito, sólida, con 35 años en el mercado, con un equipo comprometido, con gran vocación y orientación a la mejora continua.
- Retribución competitiva.
- Proyectos de I+D innovadores y punteros en sus sectores.
- Flexibilidad de horario: jornada intensiva durante los meses de verano, vacaciones de Navidad, Pascua, Fallas, puentes.
- Flexibilidad de jornada.
- Teletrabajo.
- Formación específica según el departamento, incluido idiomas.
- Parking gratuito.
- Beneficios: tickets restaurante, médico de empresa, descuento en seguro médico y gimnasio.
About AINIA
AINIA is a private technology center based in Paterna, Valencia, Spain, with over 35 years of experience in R&D&I. It collaborates with more than 800 associated companies and 1,700 clients annually, serving sectors such as food, packaging, pharmacy, cosmetics, and chemicals. Its facilities span over 16,500 m² and are equipped with advanced technology for innovation projects. The center employs over 300 people and focuses on applying science and technology to improve sustainability and competitiveness for businesses.
- Industry
- Applied Research and Food Technology
- Employees
- 201–500
- Headquarters
- Paterna, Spain
- In Spain
- Paterna
- Website
- ainia.com
Good to know if you are moving
- AINIA is headquartered in Paterna, Valencia, Spain, and all current job openings are based there.
- The center works with over 800 associated companies and 1,700 clients annually, offering broad industry exposure.
- AINIA employs over 300 people, indicating a mid-sized, collaborative work environment.
- Job roles include hybrid and on-site positions, with some requiring Spanish proficiency for business development.
- The center specializes in applied research and technology transfer, ideal for professionals in R&D and innovation.
In their own words
Additional information
At AINIA, we firmly believe in real equality between women and men. We promote an inclusive, diverse work environment free from any form of discrimination. All applications will be evaluated exclusively based on professional merits and competencies, without distinction of gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, origin, or age.
Additional information
En AINIA creemos firmemente en la igualdad real entre mujeres y hombres. Promovemos un entorno de trabajo inclusivo, diverso y libre de cualquier forma de discriminación. Todas las candidaturas serán evaluadas exclusivamente según los méritos profesionales y competenciales, sin distinción de género, orientación sexual, expresión o identidad de género, origen o edad.
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