Strategic Research Development Manager

The University | About us...

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. The University was founded in 2003 and counts more than 6,700 students and more than 2,000 employees from around the world. The University's faculties and interdisciplinary centres focus on research in the areas of Computer Science and ICT Security, Materials Science, European and International Law, Finance and Financial Innovation, Education, Contemporary and Digital History. In addition, the University focuses on cross-disciplinary research in the areas of Data Modelling and Simulation as well as Health and System Biomedicine. Times Higher Education ranks the University of Luxembourg #3 worldwide for its "international outlook," #20 in the Young University Ranking 2021 and among the top 250 universities worldwide.

We're looking for people driven by excellence, excited about innovation, and looking to make a difference. If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place!

Your Role...

We are looking for a Senior Research Development Manager with a proven track record in international research management and an expert in the EU funding environment.

Reporting to the Vice-Rector for Research, the strategic research development manager will work at a strategic level to increase the University's research income and help to implement its international funding strategy.

With a focus on EU funding programs, this includes the mapping of research strengths, pre-award and post-award management, communication with international stakeholders and networks, as well as coordination of internal administrative processes. In close collaboration with existing teams, the strategic manager will work transversally with multiple university services to support the research community in the acquisition and management of complex research programs.

As a key member of the VRR's team, the strategic manager contributes to advance research and innovation goals, and to foster academic and operational excellence throughout the University of Luxembourg. Key priorities include:

• Develop and implement overarching strategy for international research funding with a focus on EU support and a funder and discipline-facing attitude
• Build and maintain regular exchange with relevant national and international stakeholders and research funding networks
• Build strong relationships and credibility with academic and administrative staff across the University, working collaboratively to advance research and innovation goals and to foster academic and operational excellence throughout the institution
• Drive efficient processes for financial and administrative management of complex projects, in cooperation with the Research Support Department and the University's administrative services
• Represent the University in international agencies or working groups in relation with EU funding programs and policies
• Manage and contribute to the periodic and ad hoc production of reports, presentations and/or publications to internal and/or external stakeholders on strategic issues

What we expect from you…

• Proven track record in academic research management throughout multiple scientific disciplines
• Deep knowledge of the higher education sector and of EU funding programs
• Well established international network
• Knowledge and understanding of Luxembourg's ecosystem and International research and innovation funding environment
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Proven track record in financial grant management and administrative processes
• Experience of data sourcing and quantitative and qualitative data analysis
• Demonstrated integrity, excellent judgement and diplomacy
• Team-oriented and comfortable in a multidisciplinary, multilingual and multicultural environment
• Excellent command of English and French are a must, knowledge of German and/or Luxembourgish will be considered as a plus
• Open-minded, proactive, able to multi-task and able to work autonomously
• Welcoming, collaborative and service oriented attitude

How to apply...

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Motivation letter
• References

Deadline for applications is May 3rd, 2024 and we anticipate interviews to take place in May/June. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

General information:

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval
• Internal Title: Project manager
• Job Reference: UOL06409