Strategic Grants Specialist

20 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Centre for Genomic Regulation

Research Field

Other

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Spain

Application Deadline

4 Apr 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid)

Type of Contract

Other

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Reference Number

101137154 and 101057182

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

No

Offer Description

The Institute 

The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is an international biomedical research institute of excellence, based in Barcelona, Spain, with more than 400 scientists from 44 countries. The CRG is composed by an interdisciplinary, motivated and creative scientific team which is supported both by a flexible and efficient administration and by high-end and innovative technologies. 

In April 2021, the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) received the renewal of the 'HR Excellence in Research ' Award from the European Commission. This is a recognition of the Institute's commitment to developing an HR Strategy for Researchers, designed to bring the practices and procedures in line with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter and Code).  

Please, check out our Recruitment Policy  

The role  

We are seeking a Strategic Grants Specialist to join our Strategy and Funding (SaF) department, playing a pivotal role in aligning our funding acquisition efforts with the CRG’s strategic plan, particularly in the realms of Quantitative Biology and Medical Genomics, as supported by the Severo Ochoa Award. This position is crucial for leveraging competitive funding opportunities that advance our mission to transform biomedical research into a quantitative, predictive, and actionable science. 

Key responsibilities: 

• Identify and secure funding from EU and international sources that support CRG's strategic goals, including Quantitative Biology, transformative technologies, and the Medical Genomics Programme, in line with Severo Ochoa objectives.  

• Guide and support all stages of grant proposal development for research and innovation grant proposals, ensuring aliment with strategic priorities. 

• Foster the preparation of a range of grant proposals to advance quantitative approaches across the centre, spanning individual projects, partnerships with clinical groups, non-academic sector (including biotech and pharma industries), and international consortia, thereby enhancing CRG’s translational research capacity and societal impact. 

• Coordinate the acceptance process for grants, closely coordinating with the relevant departments (administrative, financial and legal) to ensure a seamless hand-over for their effective management. 

• Serve as a critical liaison for interdisciplinary collaborations, ensuring that funding strategies are inclusive of our quantitative biology focus and support the creation of a collaborative ecosystem that spans local and international partners. 

• Participate actively in the transversal activities of the department, such as internal policy development, ethical considerations in science policy, and initiatives that bolster our commitments to open and responsible research, innovation, and sustainability, all core values reflected in our strategic plan. 

Occasional travelling is required locally and abroad. 
 

About the team/ lab/ department  

The SaF Department focuses on fostering excellence at the CRG by creating new opportunities in projects and collaborations for the scientific community. The team provides strategic advice and support to the Director; fosters and coordinates institutional projects and collaborations; supports the CRG community in securing competitive funds for research and institute-related activities; provides comprehensive support in the preparation and submission of proposals and in grant acceptance process and acts as a liaison with the funding agencies or sponsors/donors. 

Whom would we like to hire?  

Professional experience 

Must Have 

 

• You have a minimum 3 years in a relevant role, with a proven track record in managing and securing grant applications aligned with strategic research initiatives, preferably within a life-science environment. 

 

Desirable but not required/ Nice to have 

• Ability in identifying strategic funding opportunities, crafting compelling proposals, and fostering meaningful collaborations.  

 

Education and training 

• University degree, with a preference for backgrounds in Life Sciences 

• A PhD degree in Life Sciences or related fields may be an advantage 

 

Languages 

• Fluent in English and Spanish, with proficiency in Catalan being a plus. 

 

Technical skills 

• You are an advanced user of MS Office (MS Word, Excel and Power Point) 

 

Competences  

• Initiative: Proactive, flexible and results-oriented 

• Analytical: Capable of performing analysis and convey key points to a variety of audiences 

• Accuracy: Focus to work with accuracy and attention to detail 

• Communications: Ability to interact with a diverse and international audience 

• Planning & Prioritization: Ability to work to tight deadlines 

• Teamwork: Ability to work independently as well as being a team player 

• Interpersonal relations: Able to build and maintain good relationships with internal and  external colleagues at all levels 

 

The Offer – Working Conditions 

 

• Contract duration: Open-ended linked to the project. 

• Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with the qualifications of the candidates and the senior profile of the position and is consistent with our pay scales 

• Target start date: As soon as possible 

 

We provide a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructures, and unique professional career development opportunities. To check out our training and development portfolio, please visit our website in the training section . 

We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity. 

The CRG is committed to reconcile a work and family life of its employees and are offering extended vacation period and the possibility to benefit from flexible working hours. 

Application Procedure 

 
All applications must include: 

A motivation letter addressed to Natalia Dave explaining addressing how your experience and skills align with the strategic goals of the CRG and this role (avoid general or generic motivation letters) 

A complete CV including contact details. 

Contact details of two referees. 

All applications must be submitted online on the CRG Career site - http://www.crg.eu/en/content/careers/job-opportunities   

Selection Process  

 

• Pre-selection: The pre-selection process will be based on qualifications and expertise reflected on the candidates CVS. It will be merit-based. 

• Interview: Preselected candidates will be interviewed by the Hiring Manager of the position and a selection panel if required. 

• Offer Letter: Once the successful candidate is identified the People department will send a Job Offer, specifying the start day, salary, working conditions, among other important details.  

 

Deadline: Please submit your application by April 4th, 2024. 

Suggestions: The CRG believes in ongoing improvement and promotes a culture of feedback. This is one of the reasons we have in place, at your disposal as a candidate, a mechanism to gather your suggestions/complaints concerning your candidate experience in our recruitment processes. Your feedback really matters to us in our aim at creating a positive candidate journey. You can make a difference and help us improve by letting us know your suggestions through the following form. https://recruitment.crg.eu/webforms/recruitment-contact-form-suggestionscomplaints

Ayuda CEX2020-001049-S financiada por MCIN/ AEI / 10.13039/501100011033 

 

 
 

 

  

Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences » Other

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Centre for Genomic Regulation

Country

Spain

State/Province

Provincia

City

Barcelona

Postal Code

08003

Street

C/ Dr Aiguader 88

Where to apply

Website

https://recruitment.crg.eu/content/jobs/position/strategic-grants-specialist

Contact

State/Province

Barcelona

City

Barcelona

Website

http://www.crg.es

Street

C/ Dr Aiguader 88

Postal Code

08003

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED