The department of Medical Microbiology has an international and ambitious research agenda with a variety of topics; malaria, virology, vector biology, mycology, tuberculosis and antibiotic resistance. We offer an exciting and challenging position in which you as projectmanager will offer support throughout the lifecycle of research projects. Are you the projectmanager with an eye for professional quality that we are looking for? We would like to get to know you!

Our research projects are characterized by their strong international and collaborative nature and are funded by a large variety of external funders including EU, NWO, ZonMW, Welcome Trust, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and NIH.

You will provide support and advise in acquisition, management and reporting of a diverse portfolio of research projects led by 14 project leaders. In addition, you will be responsible for the management of Horizon Europe funded project 'Optivivax'. In this exciting project a consortium of partners from the EU and Africa will set up a human infection model for the malaria parasite P. vivax and test newly developed vaccines in this model.

Your main role is to facilitate knowledge generation by managing the link between researchers and stakeholders and your tasks will therefore include:

• Support in acquisition of research projects; supporting the administrative side of project development, including navigating grant rules, handling of submission processes, set up of a consortium, contribute to financial, management and impact sections of proposals and review of proposals.
• Project management of EU project OptiViVax; management of the consortium, preparation of reports and amendments, coordinating consortium meetings, monitoring of progress deliverables and milestones in relation to workplan and budget, coordination of any legal, financial or administrative issues).
• Overseeing financial, administrative and contractual obligations for a subset of projects of the malaria research group.
• Coordinating research project related legal aspects (e.g. project (sub)contracts, clinical trial agreements, collaboration agreements, material transfer agreements, etc).
• Contribution to central administration of MMB research project proposals and management of information for principal investigators.
• Identify research funding opportunities and advice on research project management.

You have an independent and well-structured working style with an eye for professional quality and detail. You are proactive and supportive in cooperation with researchers and support staff in the department as well as other departments, (inter)national institutes, universities and companies. With your multitasking and time-mangement skills, you are able to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously. You have well-developed social skills directed to work in an international team.

Furthermore you recognize yourselve in the profile below:

• A PhD (preferred) or MSc (minimum of 4 years research experience) in a discipline related to biomedical or public health research.
• Expertise in research project management and experience in project management of EU funded consortia is an advantage.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations imposed by a variety of funding organisations is an advantage.
• Expertise in setting up quality research and innovation projects is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) in English and Dutch.

Fixed-term contract: 1 year, with the possibility of extension.

At Radboud university medical center, you build on your future. We are committed to providing the best care, education, and research. And we are true to our word, because we help you develop and seize opportunities and give you the room to grow. As an employer, we believe that employees should feel vital and happy at work in all stages of life. We are also committed to creating a healthy and safe working environment. Our employment conditions contribute to that. What we offer:

• A gross monthly salary in scale 10 between €3.359 and €5.292 (for a full-time appointment). You will also receive a 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus.
• Plenty of opportunities for personal development. You can take a variety of courses in our online learning environment. You can also share knowledge with colleagues through digital learning spaces – perfect for getting inspired and inspiring others.
• Your well-being and vitality are our priorities. For instance, you can enjoy a 40% discount on a sports subscription at the Radboud Sports Center along with access to the Healthy Professionals program designed to assist you in managing your energy. If you are going through a life-changing event, our Company Support Team and a personal coach are there to help you.
• Support in achieving a good work-life balance at every stage of your life. This includes advice and training courses (from ‘Millennial Dilemmas’ to ‘Your Career After 57’), activities at our own mindfulness center, and informal caregiving consultations if you have questions about juggling work and caregiving responsibilities at home.
• 168 holiday hours per year (23 days) based on a 36-hour working week.
• 26 weeks of parental leave, nine of which are paid.
• Pension accrual with the ABP Pension Fund. Radboudumc pays 70% of the pension premium.
• Discounts on health insurance and ten other types of insurance, from home insurance to legal assistance.
• An allowance for your travel expenses or a working-from-home allowance of €2 per day.
• The possibility of blended working. For this position smooth communication, accessibility and visibility are very important, we also value direct interaction between colleagues. The possibility to work from home will therefore be limited to one day a week.

Radboudumc

The department of Medical Microbiology (MMB) employs approximately 160 members for patient care, research and training. About a third of these colleagues work in research, divided in 8 research groups working on different aspects of infectious diseases. MMB research covers a spectrum of topics: from molecular mechanisms and vector biology to clinical studies at Radboudumc and in Africa.

Almost all research at MMB is externally funded. The most important funders are the EU, NWO, ZonMW and foundations such as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. As the project landscape is complex, the scientific and project management teams work closely together. Tasks and competencies are clearly defined and we foster a goal-oriented and open discussion culture.

You will be affiliated with the research group of Benjamin Mordmüller to manage projects with a clinical focus, including the OptiViVax project. For overarching research management tasks, you will become a member of the MMB Research Unit headed by Annemieke Jansens. The Research Unit is the department's central hub for all activities related to research project management and clinical trial registration. By this means you will contribute to the work of all MMB principal investigators and work closely with colleagues from our financial, legal and HR departments, as well as the Radboudumc grant support office.

Radboudumc
Welcome to Radboud university medical center (Radboudumc), where our research groups strive for innovative solutions that make impact on health and healthcare. We challenge the status quo to overcome current and future health challenges. Our goal is to shape the future of healthcare for generations to come. Our focus is on prevention, sustainability, and meaningful care, which we achieve through our in-depth understanding of disease mechanisms, clinical science, public health research, medical technology and data science. Our approach is centered on breakthroughs that can truly enhance personalized healthcare and public health.

At Radboudumc, a comprehensive range of research programs provide the compass for our research efforts. Each program has a clear goal, where collaboration within and outside our organization is highly valued. We integrate care, education and research in partnership with our patients to ensure that our research programs have significant impact on health and healthcare. We invite you to join us in our mission to create a healthy future for all.