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 relevant to the school's research lines, coordinating project submissions and technical justifications. Track faculty scientific output indicators and maintain the institutional research database. Support faculty in preparing applications for research bonuses, accreditations, and evaluation processes. Manage research ethics committees and ensure regulatory compliance regarding intellectual property and data protection. Establish partnerships with universities, research centers, and public bodies for collaborative projects. Prepare periodic monitoring reports and the annual research report for management and accreditation bodies. Organize scientific outreach activities and oversee project budgets in coordination with finance. Represent the institution before research networks and consortia in the education and creative sectors.
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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