Head of HR

Head of HR (REF. 2024-015-P0002)

The CRM (www.crm.cat) is an independent research centre in the CERCA network since 2008, with the purpose of promoting both advanced training and research in all areas of mathematics, in collaboration with universities and other research institutions in Catalonia. CRM’s mission includes transferring knowledge based on the centre's research to society and aiming at having societal impact.

Research at CRM covers a wide spectrum of fields, from the most fundamental areas (algebra/number theory/geometry/topology, analysis and PDEs, combinatorics and dynamical systems) to applied mathematics (in the fields of biomedicine, climate change mitigation and adaptation and natural hazards). The center is distinguished as a Maria de Maeztu Unit of Excellence by the Spanish Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness (2020 Call) and holds the HRS4R award (Human Resources Strategy for Research; awarded by the European Commission) since 2016. The Unit hosts approximately 80 senior researchers and affiliated researchers from UPC's, UB's and UAB's Mathematics departments. Five of them are ERC Grantees.

The CRM in Barcelona is seeking a:

Job Title: Head of HR
Area or group: Manager

Expected starting date: November 2024 (flexible, according to candidate’s availability). Not later than the 1st of December 2024.

TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement and ensure the HR policies aligned with the research center’s goals and labor law.
• Lead the recruitment and selection processes for scientific, technical, and administrative roles: detection of needs, drafting of jobs and advertisements, publication of job offers, pre-selection of CVs, interviews, recruitment of staff and trainees.
• Manage talent acquisition and retention programs, ensuring the center attracts and retains scientific talent at both national and international levels.
• Develop and implement training and development programs to ensure continuous professional growth for staff members, with a focus on research and scientific excellence.
• Oversee employee relations, including performance management, career development, and conflict resolution.
• Coordinate occupational health and safety procedures.
• Carry out compliance and improvement studies of the remuneration policy.
• Promote policies, procedures, activities that help to contribute to improving the working environment and organizational culture.
• Serve as the main point of contact for internal communication on HR policies, guidelines, and changes.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor/master’s degree in Labour Sciences, Law, Psychology or similar.
• Specific training in human resources and labour relations.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar position.
• Ability to work in a multilingual environment (English, Catalan and Spanish).

It will be valued:

• Experience in public research centres.
• Knowledge of the basic applicable regulations (Science Law, labour regulations…)

WE ALSO EXPECT THE CANDIDATE TO BE/HAVE:

• Proactive
• Flexible attitude
• Leadership and good organizational skills
• Program management
• Team player
• Excellent customer service

CONTRACT DETAILS:

• Full-time (37.5h/week).
• Estimated start date: As soon as possible - before 1/12/2024.
• Duration of contract: permanent contract.
• Location: CRM facilities.
• Flexible working hours and teleworking option.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Salary set by collective agreement depending on qualifications and experience.

EVALUATION PROCESS AND CRITERIA:

The selection process will be evaluated by members from the CRM staff. This process consists of:

1. Admission of candidates: Applicants must submit a: Curriculum vitae, Motivation letter, Copy of the qualifications, Copy of the payment of the fee.
2. Shortlist: assessment of the fulfillment of the minimum requirements of the offer. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
3. Selection: evaluation of the shortlisted candidates by a total score according to objective criteria.
4. Final decision: the final decision will be formally communicated and will be published on the CRM website.

Send the documentation by email to gerencia@crm.cat indicating the offer reference code.