07.11.2025 Would you like to support cutting-edge scientific research by securing international funding for innovative projects? Do you have experience navigating the complex mechanisms of research funding under the European Commission’s framework programs? Join our dynamic and growing team as an International Research Grants Expert and support the development of groundbreaking projects carried out at the Center of Excellence in Ophthalmology: International Centre for Translational Eye Research (ICTER)
The tasks of the employee in this position will include:
- Writing competitive research proposals in collaboration with scientists,
- Identifying opportunities for international research funding,
- Coordinating the application development process, including schedules, partner contacts, budget planning, and compliance with competition requirements,
- Cooperating with the European Commission, the National Contact Point, and funding agencies,
- Maintaining internal documentation and participating in the preparation of reports, statistics, and evaluations related to grants.
Responsibilities:
- Actively participating in the preparation of applications for research funding,
- Coordinating the entire application development process, including internal schedules, contacts with partners, budget planning, etc., from the initial idea to the final submission of the application.
- Monitoring and disseminating information on international funding opportunities, with particular emphasis on Horizon Europe and other EU programs aligned with ICTER’s research priorities.
- Advising researchers on funding strategies, eligibility criteria, and key application requirements.
- Acting as a liaison between ICTER, the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences, funding institutions, and international research partners.
- Planning and conducting information campaigns and activities related to upcoming calls for proposals.
- Maintaining internal documentation and participating in the preparation of reports, statistics, and evaluations related to submitted proposals.
Our requirements:
- Proven experience in writing proposals that have received funding under the Horizon Europe/Horizon 2020 program — a prerequisite.
- At least 5 years of experience in managing research grants in an international environment.
- Higher education (e.g., natural sciences, biomedical sciences, international relations),
- Good knowledge of EU funding mechanisms, policies, and application structures. Experience in budget preparation, financial regulations, and reporting requirements,
- Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, experience in using tools for submitting applications to funding agencies and project management software,
- Punctuality, communication skills, ability to work under time pressure,
- Excellent knowledge of English (spoken and written),
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills,
- Independence and ability to work in multifunctional and international teams.
We offer:
- A collaborative and research-based environment,
- Opportunities for professional development,
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience (12 000 – 16 000 PLN gross/month),
- Flexible working options (task-based work/occasional remote work),
- The chance to participate in innovative research of global significance,
- Private medical care.
How to apply:
Please submit: CV, cover letter, list of supported projects to: icter_jobs@ichf.edu.pl and specify in the application topic: MCBO-2_6/2025
Application deadline: December 7, 2025.
