Preaward Manager

The Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) is a cutting-edge institute addressing global public health challenges through research, translation into policy and education. ISGlobal has a broad portfolio in communicable and non-communicable diseases including environmental and climate determinants, and applies a multidisciplinary scientific approach ranging from the molecular to the population level. Research is organized in three main areas, Malaria and other Infectious Diseases, Child and Maternal Health, and Urban Health, Climate & Non-Communicable Diseases. ISGlobal is accredited with the Severo Ochoa distinction, a seal of excellence of the Spanish Science Ministry.

Venue:
Barcelona

What We Are Looking for:
ISGlobal is seeking an Preaward Manager who is interested in providing tailored advice and support on grant proposals preparations in liaison with ISGlobal staff (principal investigators, project managers, scientific coordinator, grant managers).

Key Responsibilities:
To identify and pro-actively disseminate calls for proposal from public and private institutions, specific for Global Health Projects and Initiatives as per ISGlobal research interests.

compliance of proposals to funder requirements,

contractual procedures and obligations,

forecast and control of deadlines.

support in proposal writing & budgeting.

To coordinate formal acceptance of granted projects; liaise with the legal Dept, grant managers and HHRR Dept (when appropriate) the negotiation phase of research-related contracts, such as grants agreements, subgrants, subcontracts, fellowships.

Management of internal and external signatures in a multi-institutional environment.

Maintenance of grants & contracts databases for accurate activity reports.

Any other duties related to the post as requested by superiors; to contribute to the general functioning of the Grants Office

Auxiliar task:
This job description reflects the present requirements of the post but may evolve at any time in the future as duties and responsibilities change and/or develop providing there is appropriate consultation with the post-holder.

Training and experience /Qualifications:
University degree; preferably but not necessarily in Life Science.

Knowledge and experience managing calls from European and International funders (such as H2020/Horizon Europe, HEI, EIT Health, NIH) is required.

Knowledge and experience managing calls from Spanish/Catalan national funders (Spanish Ministry of Science, ISCIII, AGAUR, PERIS) will be highly valued.

Experience working in a research centre will be valued.

**Skills**:Proven ability to prioritize, work with deadlines and under pressure.

Organized, high attention to detail; ability to summarize and communicate key information at all levels.

Proactive attitude to identify the needs of the principal investigators and the organization.

Ability to work independently and in a team in an international multicultural environment.

The post holder will adhere to ISGlobal principles contained in People management policy, including Equity, diversity and health safety. The post holder will respect, and accountable to ensure ISGlobal policies and procedures.

Language level:
Advanced level of English, spoken and written, a must

Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and Catalan

Conditions:
Duration: Permanent contract

Starting date: Asap

Contract: full time

Salary Range: Compensation will be based on the internal scales and applicant's experience and qualifications.

**Deadline**: April 27, 2023
**Job category**: Technician
**Area**: Life Sciences