Research Strategy Coordinator

Created in 2005 by the Generalitat de Catalunya (Government of Catalonia) and the University of Barcelona, IRB Barcelona is a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence—a seal that was awarded in 2011.

The institute is devoted to conducting research of excellence in biomedicine and to transferring results to clinical practice, thus improving people's quality of life, while simultaneously promoting the training of outstanding researchers, technology transfer, and public communication of science. Its 29 laboratories and seven core facilities address basic questions in biology and are orientated to diseases such as cancer, metastasis, Alzheimer's, diabetes, and rare conditions.

IRB Barcelona is an international centre that hosts 500 members and 45 nationalities. It is located in the Barcelona Science Park. IRB Barcelona forms part of the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) and the "Xarxa de Centres de Recerca de Catalunya" (CERCA).

IRB Barcelona seeks a Research Strategy Coordinator. Reporting to the Department Head of Competitive Funding Strategy and Scientific Management and in close contact with the Directorate Team.

You will collaborate closely with key internal stakeholders to shape the institutional strategy. You will act as the nexus for institutional intelligence and strategic alignment. You will ensure coherence across the institution's research and administrative functions, collecting, analyzing and integrating insights from different departments into a unified, actionable institutional strategy that enhances IRB Barcelona's visibility. You will also represent IRB Barcelona's strategic interests in specific national and international discussion.

This poition is financed by Severo Ochoa CEX S funded by MICIU/AEI / /

Key responsibilities

• Proactively coordinate and manage the flow of strategic inputs from the research community and administrative departments, monitoring and analyzing the global and national research policy, funding, and regulatory environment to anticipate changes and identify strategic opportunities or threats.
• Synthesize complex information from diverse internal and external sources into clear, concise, and compelling strategic documents and institutional roadmaps.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of new institutional initiatives policies and frameworks.
• Supervise the achievement of key performance indicators and prepare applications, high-level strategic reports, presentations, and communication materials for institutional strategic projects among others.

You have:

• PhD in Life Sciences, or a closely related field, with research expertise relevant to IRB Barcelona's vision and mission.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in international research management positions in biomedical research institutions.
• Proven understanding of research impact assessment in biomedical research
  
  organizations.
• Skills:
• • Proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Excellent scientific editing skills in both English and Spanish.
• Demonstrated excellence in coordinating the application of complex scientific project applications.
• Management and Leadership

You might also have

• • Working knowledge of Catalan and other languages.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, ideally SAP Business One (SBO).
• Ability to interpret legal language, assess agreements and negotiate terms.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ENTITLEMENTS:

To be a part of something meaningful: We are a biomedical research center that tirelessly works to achieve a society free of diseases. Our mission is to carry out research of excellence to cure cancer and other diseases linked to ageing.

Good Working Conditions: Permanent Contract. Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations under a full-time contract. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leave and injuries at work.

Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

International Environment: We are home to nearly 500 researchers, and technical and support staff from 45 countries.

Multidisciplinary Research: Research of excellence at the unique interface between biology, chemistry, and structural and computational biology.

Continuous Training: Transversal and general training is offered to our community (examples include research seminars, conferences, training in time management, scientific integrity, gender equality, health and safety, languages courses and emotional wellbeing activities).

Relocation & Visa Assistance: Trained staff provides support on visa paperwork, administrative requirements, and practical information on living and working in Barcelona, etc.

Social Life: We like to have fun. We promote several activities, like a Football League, an annual skiing trip, a Mountaineering Club, a Running Club and "Cool-off sessions", where members meet informally for drinks, snacks and scientific discussions.

Fairness: Our recruitment is open, transparent and merit-based, and all applicants compete on the same terms. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.

HOW TO APPLY & SELECTION PROCESS:

• Deadline for applications: 26/11/2025 (If no suitable candidate is found, the deadline will be extended)
• Number of positions available: 1
• Selection process:
• Pre-selection: Will be based on CV, motivation letter & experience,
• Interviews: Short-listed candidates will be interviewed.
• Job offer: Will be sent to the successful candidate after the interview.

Note: The strengths and weaknesses of the applications will be provided upon request.