Vacancy Research project manager Medical Microbiology

Job description

The department of Medical Microbiology (MMB) has an international and ambitious research agenda spanning a variety of topics: malaria, virology, vector biology, mycology, tuberculosis and antibiotic resistance. We offer an exciting and challenging position in which you as project manager will be involved with and support the complete lifecycle of research projects.

These research projects are characterized by their strong international and collaborative nature and are funded primarily by a large variety of external funders including the European Union (EU), the Dutch Research Council (NWO), the Netherlands Organisation for Health Research and Development (ZonMW), the Welcome Trust, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

As a project manager you will be responsible for the management of the EU funded EDCTP project 'Seasonal Malaria Vaccination Delivery (SMV Delivery)'. This exciting project, a collaborative effort between partners from the EU, the UK and Africa, aims to enhance malaria vaccination strategies for children. In addition, you will provide support and advise in acquisition, management and reporting of a diverse portfolio of other MMB research projects.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Project management of the SMV Delivery project:
  • communication with international consortium partners and the EU project officer (first point of contact).
  • coordinating and preparing (international) project meetings and conference calls.
  • preparation of reports and amendments.
  • monitoring of progress deliverables and milestones in relation to workplan and budget.
• Overseeing financial, administrative and contractual obligations for a subset of projects running at MMB. 
• Contribution to the central administration of MMB research project proposals and contracts. 

Place of work

The department of Medical Microbiology employs approximately 160 individuals across its domains of patient care, research and education. About one third of these colleagues work primarily in research, divided amongst 8 research groups working on different aspects of infectious diseases. MMB research projects span the entire spectrum of biomedical science: from fundamental molecular mechanisms and vector biology, through clinical studies at Radboudumc and in Africa to epidemiology.

As almost all research at MMB is externally funded and 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 Dr. Matthew McCall to manage projects with a clinical and immunological focus. For overarching research management tasks, you will become a member of the MMB Research Unit headed by Dr. Annemieke Jansens.

The Research Unit is the department's central hub for all activities related to research project management and clinical trial registration. In this capacity you will contribute to the work of all MMB principal investigators and work closely with colleagues from Radboudumc’s financial, legal and HR departments as well as the grant support office. The Research Unit, staffed by highly experienced and motivated colleagues, provides an outstanding learning environment to acquire and enhance research project management skills.

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.

Profile

We are looking for a project manager with strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to multitask and flexibly manage various project elements simultaneously. Moreover you should be a team player with a positive attitude and pro-active, problem-solving approach. The ideal candidate is eager to acquire new skills and demonstrates willingness to embrace new challenges and learn on the job.

Furthermore you have:

• A MSc or PhD (preferred) in a discipline related to biomedical or public health research.
• Experience in project management of, especially EU-funded, (international) research consortia is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral, in both Dutch and English, and strong interpersonal and intercultural skills.
• An independent and a well-structured working style with an eye for professional quality and details.
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously and multitask with good time-management skills. 
• A supportive attitude towards researchers and staff within the MMB department, as well as colleagues from other Radboudumc departments and (inter)national collaborator.

Employment conditions

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:

• Salary depends on knowledge and experience. The scaling will be in scale 9 (maximum € 5.010) or in scale 10 (maximum € 5.504) gross per month on the basis of full employment (36 hours per week). You will also receive an 8% holiday allowance, an 8.3% end-of-year bonus, and, depending on the position, an allowance of 47% to 72% for working irregular hours.
• 172 vacation hours per year based on a 36-hour working week. (As of 1 January 2025, you will receive 176 vacation hours).

And there is more..

• An Employment Conditions Selection Model, allowing you to use part of your employment conditions to your choosing. For example, you can use your gross salary to purchase additional vacation hours or hours for providing informal caregiving. Or, for example, you can use your gross end-of-year bonus to purchase a bicycle, so you pay less tax.
• Plenty of opportunities for personal development. You can take a variety of courses in our online learning environment. 
• Your well-being and vitality are a priority. For example:
  • Save time for work-life balance leave. 
  • You can enjoy unlimited access to a variety of activities five days a month and take advantage of all the facilities at Radboud Sport & Culture for only €27.05 per month (instead of €41)
  • Healthy Professionals program to help you manage your energy. 
  • Company Support Team and a personal coach if you are going through a life-changing event.
  • Financially beneficial working less through a Generation Scheme as you approach state pension age.
• Support in achieving a good work-life balance at every stage of your life. Examples:
  • Advice and courses on, for example, 'Millennial dilemmas' and 'Your Career After 57'.
  • Activities at our own mindfulness center.
  • Informal caregiving consultations if you have questions about juggling work and caregiving responsibilities at home.
• In addition to statutory pregnancy and maternity leave, Radboud university medical center offers 26 weeks of parental leave, nine of which are paid. In addition, as a partner you can take a maximum of five weeks of supplementary partner leave. During supplementary partner leave and parental leave, we supplement the UWV benefit up to 100% of your salary.
• Pension accrual at the ABP Pension Fund. Radboud university medical center pays 70% of the pension premium. 
• Discounts on supplementary packages of two group health insurances and ten other types of insurance, from home insurance to legal assistance.
• An allowance for your commuting costs of € 0.18 per km up to a maximum of 40 km one way. If you use public transport to commute, we will fully reimburse the public transport costs (2nd class). If you regularly work from home, you will receive a working from home allowance of € 2.35 per day.

Application procedure

Are you ready to think further for our patients and our care? We would like to receive your application before 7 October 2024. We will then contact you shortly.

Good to know

• This position requires a Certificate of Conduct (VOG).
• You can find more information about our application procedure and frequently asked questions on our website.
• Will you be our new colleague? Then you will be given the time and space to get to know your role, your workplace, and your colleagues. An induction day for all new colleagues is an integral part of your onboarding program. 

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Contact

Any questions? Or wondering what it is like to work at Radboudumc? Then email to Annemieke Jansens, Research manager. Use the Apply button to submit your application.