YOUR MISSION
The Josep Carreras Leukemia Research Institute (IJC) is a comprehensive cancer research center dedicated to researching and promoting innovation in the epidemiological, preventive, clinical, translational and basic aspects of leukemia and other hematological malignancies, with the objective end of finding a cure for these diseases. It was created in 2010, and since then it has experienced exponential growth.
The IJC is also part of the network of Research Centers of Excellence of Catalonia (CERCA) and was accredited as a Severo Ochoa Center of Excellence by the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities in 2024. Since 2018, the Institute has also been accredited by the Scientific Foundation of the Spanish Association Against Cancer (FCAECC) In addition, the IJC is one of the centers integrated into the accreditation of the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) as an Accredited Health Research Institute (IIS) by the Health Institute Charles III (ISCIII).
The IJC main headquarters is located within the Can Ruti Biomedical Campus, together with other leading biomedical institutions, providing direct access to cutting-edge scientific and technological facilities, as well as complementary community services. The IJC has six headquarters integrated into reference hospitals: Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol, Hospital Clínic, Hospital Sant Pau, Hospital Trueta, Hospital del Mar and Hospital San Joan de Déu. This facilitates close collaboration between basic and clinical researchers, fostering translational research that integrates basic science with clinical practice in clinical settings.
THE POSITION
The teams of Dr. Esteban Ballestar and Dr. José Luis Sardina, located at the headquarters of the Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute (Badalona, Barcelona, Spain), are looking for a Project Manager for the Marie Skłodowska Curie Doctoral Network (MSCA-DN) IMMERGE with Grant Agreement number 01119927. The IMMERGE network is training 13 PhD fellows from 10 European organisations, both academic and non-academic, in the novel concept of multi-omic characterization and genetic correction of Inborn Error of Immunity (IEI). IEI are monogenetic defects that lead to a broad spectrum of diseases, such as recurrent infections, chronic inflammation, or bone marrow failure.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the management of the research and training network IMMERGE (MSCA-DN) and support the Project Coordinators Esteban Ballestar /José Luis Sardina. You will be the interaction hub between all involved administrative units and researchers from the IJC and all participating partners from different EU as well as other non-EU countries. You will be the key contact for the 13 PhD fellows recruited through the project. In particular, you will closely interact with the IJC Grants Office and EU Project Officers and with their guidance execute all management-related tasks that will include:
YOUR PROFILE
WHAT WE NEED
WHY US?
WHAT WE OFFER
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
Please submit your application by November 13, 2024.
ABOUT US
What makes us different?
The mission of the Josep Carreras Institute is to conduct research and drive innovation in the epidemiological, preventive, clinical, translational, and basic aspects of cancer, with a special emphasis on leukaemia and other hematologic malignancies, with the final aim of finding a cure for these diseases.
The IJC’s vision is to be a world-class reference and excellent research multicampus that contributes to the improvement of results, and the cure of patients affected by leukemia and other malignant hemopathies, through innovation, sustainability, social responsibility, talent, and professional experience.
HR Excellence
In 2019, IJC was honored with the “Human Resources Excellence in Research Award” by the European Commission, recognizing the alignment of our human resources policies with the European Charter for Researchers and Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers. The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R) guides research centers of excellence in implementing and upholding these standards within their policies, emphasizing training, professional development, and mobility opportunities.
The IJC’s commitment to these values and principles strengthens our internal policies and ensures that our members have the optimal conditions and environment for their professional development.
The IJC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.