European Health Projects Specialist – Project Manager (Childhood cancer and blood disorders)
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Job Summary
The University Hospital Vall dHebron is highly specialized in rare diseases. The scientific direction of the European Reference Network ERN-EuroBloodNet dedicated to Rare Hematological Diseases (RHD) is led by Dr Mar Mañú Pereira head of the Rare Anemia Disorders research lab at the Vall dHebron Research Institute.
In line with the Health data strategy at the European level our team is coordinating several projects on European patients registries for rare hematological diseases: we are collecting patients data from all over Europe to provide enough evidence for shaping European health policies and to enable researchers to access standardized comparable data ultimately aiming at providing better care to patients affected by the context of the upcoming European Health Data Space (EHDS) which will regulate the Sharing of health data in Europe these projects are of strategic interest.
In this context we are looking for a responsible European Health Projects Specialist Project Manager to join our Operations Team. The European Health Projects Specialist Project Managers key responsibility will be to ensure a thorough understanding of European project regulations both in terms of technical and financial aspects in order to ensure their correct compliance.
Main responsibilities and duties:
Monitor compliance with EU regulations on technical and financial aspects throughout the project lifecycle
Review and validate documentation ensuring consistency with EU guidelines
Support the drafting of proposals grant agreements amendments contracts and public tenders in collaboration with other project managers financial managers and legal managers
Stay up to date with changes in EU funding rules and guidelines proactively communicating updates to relevant stakeholders
Deliver training sessions or guidance materials to internal staff on EU regulations and best practices in project reporting
Provide support to ensure timely and accurate reporting of deliverables and milestones
Provide support to the preparation and submission of periodic technical and financial reports assisting in data collection consolidation and ensuring compliance with European Commission requirements and deadlines
Collaborate with the finance department to ensure alignment between financial reporting and technical reporting
Ensure that all expenses comply with the eligibility criteria established by EU funding regulations
Provide support in conducting project audits
Develop internal tools and templates to standardize information gathering and ensure easy access to relevant data
Education and qualifications:
Required:
Bachelors degree in science (e.g. Biology Bioinformatic Biotechnology Pharmacy)
Fluency in English (written and spoken)
Desirable:
Project Management Certification: PMP PRINCE2 or similar certification is a plus.
Fluency in Spanish (spoken)
Experience and knowledge:
Required:
At least 1 year of experience as European Projects Specialist and/or Project Manager or equivalent roles performing the described tasks
Proficiency in Excel
Ability to multi-task and prioritize the work
Strong time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable:
Experience in the management of European Health Projects with special emphasis on Horizon Europe and EU4Health
Knowledge of other European national and international funding opportunities (e.g. ISCIII)
Previous experience in health/biomedical research environment
Labour conditions:
Working hours: Full-time (375 hours per week)
Starting date: As soon as possible
Gross annual salary: Remuneration will be determined by experience skills and responsibilities and aligned with the Collective Agreement pay scale.
Contract type: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to project activities
What can we offer
Incorporation into the Vall dHebron Research Institute (VHIR) a public sector institution that promotes and develops biomedical research innovation and teaching at Vall dHebron University Hospital (HUVH) the largest hospital in Barcelona and the largest within the Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).
A dynamic scientific environment of excellence where cutting-edge biomedical projects are continuously developed.
Continuous learning and career development pathways.
Flexible working hours.
23 days of annual leave plus 9 personal days.
Flexible remuneration programme including meal vouchers health insurance transport and more.
Corporate benefits platform offering significant discounts on travel culture technology gastronomy sports and more.
Healthy offering Feel Good Feel VHIR: VHIRs wellbeing programme offers a variety of activities to help staff thrivephysically mentally and socially. Through four pillarsFeel Well Feel Connected Feel Empowered Feel Welcomedit fosters health growth and community.
International mobility support (Welcome Services): we aim to make your arrival in Barcelona smooth and pleasant by providing city information guidance on required procedures access to the International Welcome Desk family support and assistance with finding accommodation.
Deadline to apply:
How We Hire:
Pre-selection: Candidates are shortlisted based on their skills qualifications and relevant experience as outlined in their CVs.
Interviews: Meetings may be held with Talent Acquisition and/or the hiring manager.
Practical assessment: Depending on the role candidates may complete a case study technical task presentation or written exercise on-site or remotely.
Checks: Education references and other job-related verifications may be carried out.
Job offer: The selected candidate receives a formal job offer upon successful completion of the process.
VHIR embraces Equality and Diversity. As reflected in our values we work toward ensuring inclusion and equal opportunity in recruitment hiring training and management for all staff within the organization regardless of gender civil status family status sexual orientation gender identity and expression religion age functional diversity or ethnicity.
