Coordinator of international projects in the development of gene and cell therapy technologies

16 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

National Institute of Chemistry Slovenia

Research Field

All

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Slovenia

Application Deadline

5 Feb 2024 - 12:59 (Europe/Ljubljana)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

15 Feb 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

HE

Reference Number

101059842

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

No

Offer Description

Join us in taking gene and cell therapy technologies from concept to clinic! The National Institute of Chemistry (NIC) invites you to become a key part of our team as a project coordinator for the Centre for the Technologies of Gene and Cellular Therapy (CTGCT).

The CTGCT is a unique project to develop the infrastructure associated with the development of gene and cell therapy technologies, working with international partners from prestigious institutions that are key to the development of therapies for cancer and rare genetic diseases. The project addresses new treatment approaches, promotes international collaboration between researchers and brings together patients, clinicians and researchers.

If you are ready to contribute your expertise to cutting-edge biomedical research, foster innovation and improve access to innovative advanced therapies, join us at CTGCT!

As coordinator, you will coordinate and manage the collaboration between the partners of the project mainly funded by the European Union (Horizon Europe), and assist the project team in identifying new international projects in the field of cancer immunotherapy development and rare gene therapies. Working directly with the project leader, you will be an integral part of the NIC team in the implementation of the CTGCT project.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Horizon Europe project, assembling technical and financial reports.
• Liaise with the CI Group and CTGCT, fostering links and reporting internally and externally on the progress of the project.
• Co-ordinate events, workshops, and foster co-operation between stakeholders.
• Provide technical support for project implementation and prepare reports.
• Identifying project opportunities and preparing proposals in support of the CTGCT.
• Contribute to the formulation of CTGCT policy on international projects.
• Organisation of the assigned area.
• Liaise with external bodies.
• Other work as directed by the supervisor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The candidate's qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience in project/programme management or international academic research cooperation.
• Expertise in European projects, preferably with a legal background and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of research ethics, open science and responsible research practices.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Preference will be given to professionals with a PhD and experience in EU project management.

Offer:

• Work in an international environment of motivated professionals engaged in ambitious projects.
• Participate in the development of gene and cell therapy technologies and their translation from research to the clinic.
• Participate in and organise international project meetings and events.
• NIC will cover reasonable expenses and provide the necessary office and IT equipment.
• The employment will start as soon as possible and run until 31.8.2024 with the possibility of extension until the end of the project (August 2029).

 

Start: expected 15. 02. 2024 or by agreement.

 

Additional information: phone +386-1-4760-334 (Mojca Benčina).

 

Requirements

Research Field

All

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

National Insitute of Chemirstry

Country

Slovenia

City

Ljubljana

Postal Code

1000

Street

Hajdrihova 19

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

City

Ljubljana

Website

http://www.ki.si/index.php?id=117&L=1

Street

Hajdrihova 19

Postal Code

1000

STATUS: EXPIRED