Project Coordinator/ Research Facilitator

About the SnT...

SnT is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT systems and services. We play an instrumental role in Luxembourg by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent.

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...

The Project Coordinator will be part of Project Coordinators Team in charge of supporting and coordinating research activities of the center, and more specifically will:

• Provide portfolio/project management and research administration support to SnT principal investigators and research staff
• Assist in the identification, acquisition and management of research grants from different national, European and international funding agencies and programmes (FNR, Ministries, Horizon Europe, ESA, etc.)
• Monitor the entire grant life cycle from proposal writing to project execution, reporting and closure.
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance of projects and grants with requirements from internal and/or external stakeholders
• Advise and contribute to financial and human resources allocation
• Be an interface towards the funding agencies in particular for reporting and cost claims
• Ensure internal communication and cooperation with other faculties and the University administration regarding all research related questions
• Track, document and report research related information and data to internal and/or external stakeholders
• Contribute to knowledge and best practices sharing and dissemination

Your Profile...

• Master degree or equivalent experience in an area relevant to grant and project management
• At least 5 years' experience in a similar role and preferably in externally funded projects
• Proven experience in writing grant proposals and grant management.
• Good knowledge of Luxembourgish and EU funding programs
• Project management skills and knowledge of project management principles and best practices.Project management certification is an advantage (PM2, PMP, Prince2, etc)
• Fluent in English. Knowledge of French, German and/or Luxembourgish would be appreciated.
• Service oriented and problem solving attitude
• Ability to manage multiple projects under strict timelines as well as the ability to work efficiently in a demanding, dynamic and deadline oriented environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Real team player used to evolve in a high-level expectation environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills suitable for a multicultural environment

Here's what awaits you at SnT...

• Exciting infrastructures and unique labs. At SnT's two campuses, our researchers can take a walk on the moon at the LunaLab, build a nanosatellite, or help make autonomous vehicles even better
• The right place for IMPACT. SnT researchers engage in demand-driven projects. Through our Partnership Programme, we work on projects with more than 55 industry partners
• Be part of a multicultural family. At SnT we have more than 60 nationalities. Throughout the year, we organise team-building events, networking activities and more

Find out more about us!

How to apply...

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. 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: Kirchberg
• Internal Title: Research facilitator
• Job Reference: UOL06419