European Project Assistant Lecce

European Project Assistant
Lecce
Puglia, Lecce

The European Project Assistant will support the scientific coordination and monitoring of activities within Horizon 2020 and European projects.

This includes tracking project progress, ensuring alignment with scientific objectives, facilitating technical reporting, and supporting data management.

The role requires strong analytical skills, familiarity with scientific research methodologies, and experience in EU-funded research projects.

The European Project Assistant will work in close collaboration with and provide direct support to the Director of the Service Centre, Prof. Basset, acting as a liaison between the departments of the Service Centre (Communication, Training, ICT, Networking, Administration) as well as the other Common Facilities of LifeWatch ERIC and its National Distributed Centres.

Main responsibilitiesMonitor the progress of scientific activities within Horizon Europe and residual Horizon 2020 projects, participate in online and in-person Project Meetings;Assist in the preparation of technical reports and deliverables, ensuring compliance with EC requirements;Support data collection, analysis, and management related to project activities;Coordinate collaboration among research teams, project partners, and funding agencies;Track project milestones, ensuring timely completion of scientific tasks and objectives;Organise and provide support for project meetings, workshops, and scientific events;Assist in the dissemination of scientific results and project findings, ensuring proper documentation and record-keeping for audits and project evaluations;Provide direct support to the Director of the Service Centre, Prof. Basset, in overseeing project execution and coordination;Act as a liaison between the departments of the Service Centre and the Common Facilities of LifeWatch ERIC and its National Distributed Centres to ensure smooth communication and integration of activities, and prepare and follow up amendment requests and Third Parties' Agreements when necessary. The ideal candidate will haveMaster's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, ICT or a related scientific field;Experience in monitoring and coordinating research activities, preferably within EU-funded projects (Horizon Europe/H2020);Knowledge of scientific methodologies and project monitoring tools;Strong organisational and analytical abilities;Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken); knowledge of other EU languages is a plus;Ability to work in an international and multidisciplinary team;Flexibility to travel when needed for the purposes of the projects. The vacancy is subject to the following procedure:A short covering letter and Curriculum Vitae (EUROPASS format and annexes, 4 pages at the most) shall be written in English and addressed to Professor Alberto Basset by 28 February 2025.

Please use the form available at this link: https://zfrmz. eu/yBvGKNC3ARBRKJxzoYK4The selection process will follow the Employment Policy of LifeWatch ERIC;Only shortlisted candidates will be re-contacted.

Selected candidates may be called for an interview.

Interviews will take place from 10 March 2025 to 24 March 2025;The selected candidate will be appointed for a 12-month period.

A competitive gross salary, 35. 000, 00 - 38. 000, 00 € based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate, will be offered.

Employment will be in Italy, and follow the Italian employment law;This position is Full-Time.

The main office will be located at the Service Centre premises in Lecce, Italy, without prejudice to the establishment of others in the future;Initial contract of 12 months;Start date in office for the European Project Assistant: 01 April 2025.

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