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

The CRG Training and Academic office is seeking a highly motivated training officer to coordinate scientific training of the European projects and the CRG internal training program.

The candidate will be responsible for:

• Running the internal CRG training plan including logistics and designing visual communication material for dissemination of courses and other related activities addressed to all the CRG employees.
• Managing FUNDAE: control of course, attendance, database, course evaluation, feedback questionnaires. Delivery of documentation, budget and credit available in FUNDAE.
• Organizing scientific workshops and events for various European projects with a strong training component (e.g. Twinning)

The successful candidate will work with our team to ensure the execution of high-quality, innovative, and effective training programs that align with the institute´s strategic goals.

About the department

At the beginning of 2022, the CRG established a new Training and Academic Office as part of the Director's Office. This office plays a central role in fostering scientific talent through comprehensive training and academic initiatives. Working closely with the CRG PhD and Postgraduate Committees, the office serves as a key resource for PhD students, and Postdoctoral communities, managing tasks such as call organization, academic counselling, and career coaching. Members oversees the organization of internal courses and advanced international scientific programs, including Courses@CRG and EMBO practical workshops. Department is also designing and implementing training programmes for scientists for the European projects. The successful candidate will be involved in the implementation of scientific and transferrable skills training programme of the European projects (Era talent and Twining) and will oversee the internal training program during the maternity leave of the CRG Training officer.

Whom would we like to hire?

Professional experience

Must Have

• You have a background in life science
• You have experience in project management and coordination and organization of events and/or training workshops
• You have experience in training activities in an international academic environment
• You are fluent in English

Desirable but not required/ Nice to have

• Experience managing FUNDAE
• Knowledge with learning LMS

Education and training

• You hold a master’s degree or higher in a related field, preferably in life sciences and/or academic environment.

Languages

• You are proficient in English (written and oral)

Technical skills

• You have advanced MS Office skills

Competences

• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• You are proactive, flexible and have problem solving attitude
• You are precise, with attention to details and highly organized

The Offer – Working Conditions

• Contract duration: Technical and scientific activities contract - estimated 12 months
• Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and 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:

1. A motivation letter addressed to Dr Damjana Kastelic.
2. A complete CV including contact details.
3. Contact details of two referees.

All applications must be addressed to Dr. Damjana Kastelic and be submitted online through the "Apply" button below.

Selection Process

• Pre-selection: The pre-selection process will be based on qualifications and expertise reflected on the candidates CV and motivation letter. 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 December 15^th, 2024. If no candidate has been selected, the position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been hired.