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With €400 million in investments and a consortium of 20 partners across 11 countries, the **PIXEurope** project aims to reinforce Europe’s strategic autonomy in photonic technologies and accelerate industrial uptake of cutting-edge integrated photonics. Over the next decade, PIXEurope will enable the transfer of advanced technologies to manufacturing environments, while fostering innovation and scalability across the European photonics ecosystem.
The **PIXSpain Competence Center** is a collaborative initiative involving a consortium of 6 leading universities and research centers aimed at developing a center for training, capacity building, and technological support in photonic integration technologies, primarily serving SMEs and startups at both the national and European levels, that will be integrated into the European Network of Chip Competence Centers, facilitating cross-border collaboration and knowledge sharing.
We are seeking a proactive and dynamic **Ecosystem Manager** to join our Knowledge and Technology Transfer (KTT) Team and support the Photonics Chips Spain Competence Center **(PIXSpain CC)** initiative, contributing to the broader **PIXEurope** pilot line effort.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Coordinate and maintain active connections with **Chips JU Pilot Lines**, especially **PIXEurope**, fostering collaboration and synergy.
- Organize and deliver high-quality **events and engagement activities** for stakeholders across the photonics and semiconductor ecosystems.
- Identify, develop, and help secure **new project opportunities**, both from public funding programs (e.g., EU, national, regional) and private partnerships.
- Strategically support ICFO’s role in PIXSpain CC and PIXEurope by liaising with partners, stakeholders, and relevant institutions.
This contract has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe under the Grant Agreement # 101217809 and Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU)
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**QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED**
- A degree in physics or science, with PhD a plus.
- ** Proven experience in project management**, particularly in EU-funded research or innovation projects.
- A strong track record in **event planning and execution** within a scientific, technological, or innovation-driven environment.
- Background in or familiarity with the **photonics sector** or other deep-tech industries is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership and proactivity in managing activities similar to those in **the Ecosystem and Stakeholder Engagement Work Package**.
- Experience with **training activities** and **industry collaboration**.
- Excellent communication skills in both **English and Spanish**.
- A self-motivated and collaborative mindset, with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
**WHAT WE OFFER**
- Indefinite contract for scientific and technical activities pursuant to Spanish Law 14/2011, linked to the duration or availability of funds within PIX Spain CC.
- The opportunity to shape and influence the development of cutting-edge photonic infrastructure with global impact.
- A collaborative and interdisciplinary environment at the interface of academia, industry, and innovation.
- A competitive salary according to ICFO’s internal scales and a family allowance, if applicable, in line with institutional policy.
This position will be dedicated full time to the European Chips JU project Photonic Chips Spain Competence Center (PIXSpain Competence Center) contributing to the broader project PIXEurope directed by Prof. Dr. Valerio Pruneri, within the Knowledge and Technology Transfer ICFO’s operational team.
- A presentation letter outlining your interest in the position.
- A curriculum vitae, including full contact information.
This contract has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe under the Grant Agreement # 101217809 and Chips Joint Undertaking (Chips JU)
11th of July, 2025
