RESEARCH MANAGER
On-siteBarcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Job Summary
Design and implement the institution's strategic research plan aligned with academic and accreditation objectives. Identify and manage funding calls (national, European, and international) relevant to the school's research lines, coordinating the preparation, submission, and technical-financial justification of research projects. Track faculty scientific output indicators and maintain the institutional research database, while supporting applications for research bonuses and accreditations. Manage research ethics committees, establish partnerships with universities and public bodies, and oversee project budgets in coordination with finance. Prepare periodic monitoring reports and the annual research report for management and accreditation bodies. Represent the institution before research networks and organize scientific outreach activities.
Required Qualifications
- University degree in fields related to academic management, research, business administration, or disciplines connected to LCI's teaching areas (design, fashion, art, management, technology)
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in research management in a university or higher education setting
- Demonstrable experience managing competitive funding calls (H2020/Horizon Europe, Ministry, AGAUR, etc.)
- Knowledge of the Spanish and Catalan university system and accreditation processes (AQU Catalunya, ANECA)
- Native or advanced level (C1-C2) Spanish and Catalan
- Advanced English (C1), essential for drafting international proposals
- Proficiency with project management platforms and research databases
- Knowledge of intellectual property regulations and research ethics
- Analytical skills for reporting and KPI tracking
- Leadership and ability to work with faculty and research profiles
- Excellent communication and technical/scientific writing skills
- Results-oriented, able to manage multiple simultaneous projects
- Proactive, autonomous, with strong negotiation skills with external entities
- Commitment to academic quality and educational innovation
Desired Qualifications
- Master's or PhD preferred/valued
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