Research Advisor External Funding

15 May 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Nord University

Department

Department of Research and Development

Research Field

Educational sciences » Education

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Norway

Application Deadline

9 Jun 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Oslo)

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description
Nord University

The challenges the world faces require new insights, innovative solutions, and local anchoring. Nord University is a young university with strong regional ties and a global perspective. We deliver relevant research and future-oriented study programs with a focus on Blue and Green Growth; Sustainable Innovation and Entrepreneurship; Health, Welfare and Education; and Public Security. The university has 11.500 students and 1.500 employees spread across eight campuses with the largest situated in Bodø. 

About the position 

The Department of Research and Development at Nord University is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated employee for a position as a research advisor in external funding. The university's portfolio of externally funded projects is growing, and there is a need for more expertise in EU advisory within our team. As an advisor, you will play a central role in supporting the university's researchers in successfully applying for and administrating EU-funding. Nord University is a member of the SEA-EU university alliance, the European University of the Seas. The position will also contribute to the cooperation and Nord University's contribution within the alliance. 

The Department of Research and Development is organised as a staff unit reporting to the Pro-Rector for Research and Development and consists of 9,2 full-time positions. Your nearest leader will be the head of the department. The unit works closely together as one team and is responsible for facilitating and following up on research and innovation at the institutional level at Nord University. 

Responsibilities

• Guide and support researchers in the application process for EU-funded projects
• Assist with administrative advice during the operational phase of EU projects
• Stay up to date on the latest calls and guidelines for EU programs
• Follow up on SEA-EU cooperation
• Contribute to the development of the field of research administration at the university
• Other research administrative tasks may be assigned to the position

Qualifications

• Higher education equivalent to a master's degree
• Good knowledge and experience with the European research system
• Relevant experience with developing externally funded applications and/or as project manager or administrative coordinator for larger externally funded research projects

Other qualifications

• Experience with administrative work will be emphasized
• Knowledge of public administration and the university and higher education sector
• Experience with the administration of international research projects
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English. An advantage with good language skills in one of the Scandinavian languages
• Good organizational skills and ability to handle complex tasks
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Personal suitability will be given siginificant consideration

We can provide

The position is paid according to the Norwegian state salary regulations, position code 1434 (Advisor), with an annual salary range of NOK 575.400 - 679.700. Alternatively, for the position code 1364 (Senior Advisor), the annual salary range is NOK 610.700 - 759.100.

Salary and position code are determined based on seniority and qualifications.

The salary includes a mandatory contribution to the Norwegian State Pension Fund.

We offer a good package of loans, insurance, and pension benefits through the State Pension Fund.

Other benefits include:

• A creative and collegial work environment
• A workplace in constant development
• Flexible working hours
• Active company sports club

Contact

For further information about the position, plase contact head of Dept. of Research and Development Tina Bringslimark, e-mail [email protected] , phone +47 922 98 043

Application

Application with CV, copies of transcripts, and certificates should be submitted electronically by June 9th, 2024.

All documentation should be uploaded as attachments to the online application.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to submit complete documentation electronically within the application deadline.

After the application deadline, a public list of applicants will be prepared. Please note that information about applicants may be disclosed even if they request exclusion from the applicant list. Applicants who still request confidentiality must provide specific reasons in their application. In such cases, applicants will be notified in advance of any disclosure.

Reference: 30174845

Requirements

Research Field

Educational sciences » Other

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Department of Research and Development

Country

Norway

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/260640/research-advisor-external…

Contact

City

Bodø

Website

http://www.nord.no

Street

Nord University, Universitetsallen 11 8026 Bodø Norway

STATUS: EXPIRED