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Research management (Grant Writer Specialist)

A full-time position for a Grant writer specialist is open for application at the Science Institute, School of Engineering and Natural Sciences at the University of Iceland. The role involves leading and supporting the pre-award preparation and application process for international research grants in the fields of physical sciences, natural sciences, and engineering.The specialist will work closely with researchers and international research teams on the development and presentation of competitive grant applications.

Field of work

Advice, development, planning, and writing of grant applications (Grant Writer), particularly for European competitive funds such as Horizon Europe.
Support and guidance for researchers and international research groups in shaping research ideas and clearly communicating scientific novelty.
Assistance with the design and writing of work packages and project plans.
Analysis of grant opportunities in physical sciences, natural sciences, and engineering, along with advice on aligning them with the institute's strategy and priorities.
Support for building international research collaborations and connections with foreign partners.
Organization and management of courses, workshops, and educational seminars on grant application writing.

Qualification requirements

Master's degree in physical sciences, natural sciences, engineering, or related fields; a PhD is an advantage.
Strong academic insight and the ability to quickly understand scientific concepts and subjects.
Critical and analytical thinking, with the ability to structure and communicate scientific topics clearly.
Experience in a university and research environment, along with a good understanding of research practices, terminology, and researcher needs, is an advantage.
Experience in preparing, writing, structuring, and reviewing large international research grants is an advantage.
Experience with regulations, evaluation criteria, and application processes of European grants¿including the EU Funding & Tenders Portal¿is an advantage.
Experience collaborating with diverse, international research teams is an advantage.
Experience in conducting courses, advising, and guiding specialists is an advantage.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent proficiency in English, both spoken and written (academic text).
Proficiency in Icelandic, both spoken and written, is an advantage.
Organizational skills, independence, and a service-oriented mindset.

Application process

It is desirable that the successful candidate can start as soon as possible.

Salary is according to the current collective agreement between the Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs and the Association of University Teachers (Félag háskólakennara).

The following documents must accompany the application:

Curriculum vitae
Cover letter describing how the applicant meets the qualification requirements stated in the advertisement and what they consider they can contribute to the position
Certified copies of diplomas
Contact information for referees

All applications will be answered, and applicants will be informed of the outcome once a decision has been made. Applications may remain valid for six months after the application deadline.

In hiring for positions at the University of Iceland, the University`s equality policy is taken into account. Attention is also drawn to the University of Iceland`s language policy.

Since 1911, the University of Iceland has been a leading institution for business and societal progress in Iceland. It is a forward-looking research university and an active participant in international scientific collaboration.

The University of Iceland is the largest university in the country, offering nearly 400 programs at the undergraduate, master `s, and doctoral levels. Approximately 14,000 students are enrolled, including over 2,000 international students.

More than 1,000 staff members work at the University of Iceland. The university emphasizes attracting a diverse community of employees and students to an international academic environment, where academic freedom, professionalism, equality, diversity, and inclusion are prioritized.

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