The Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute (IJC) is a comprehensive cancer research center dedicated to conduct research and drive innovation in the epidemiological, preventive, clinical, translational, and basic aspects of leukaemia and other hematologic malignancies, with the final aim of finding a cure for these diseases. It was created in 2010, and since then has experienced an exponential growth.

The IJC is also part of the network of Excellence Research Centers 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) Additionally, IJC is one of the centers integrated into the Institut de Recerca Germans Trias i Pujol (IGTP) accreditation as Accredited Health Research Institute (IIS) by the Carlos III Health Institute (ISCIII).

The IJC's main headquarters is located within the Can Ruti Biomedical Campus, alongside other leading biomedical institutions, providing direct access to cutting-edge scientific and technological facilities, as well as complementary community services. The IJC has six locations integrated into reference hospitals: Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol, Hospital Clínic, Hospital Sant Pau, Hospital Josep 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 Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research Institute (IJC) is looking for an International Project Manager to join the International team of the Research Grants Office. The International grants office is responsible of the pre and post award phases of the competitive international grants and fellowships including European and other international funding sources.

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES

The candidate will primarily focus on the pre-award phase of international competitive projects proposals:

• Identification of international funding opportunities and effective dissemination within the IJC research groups (such as elaboration of a newsletter, call dissemination by email, etc).

• Participate in and coordinate the preparation, submission, and follow-up of international research proposals (Horizon Europe, IMI, IHI, NIH, etc.), from concept stage to contract signature

• Participate in the promotion activities of the Unit, including organisation of information days and training activities addressed to the scientific staff.

• Establish fluid communication with the different funding institutions, other research institutions, as well as with Josep Carreras’s Group Leaders and research support departments (mainly HR, Finance, KTT, and Purchasing Departments).

• Collaborate with the post-award manager/s during the implementation of the projects. It is expected that the selected candidate provides support to the post-award management team.

• Participate in other transversal tasks of the International Projects Office with other departments (HR, KTT, finance, communication, etc) when required.

• Maintain data and information on grants in the institutional data bases.

The selected person will collaborate with the post-award manager during the implementation of the project, providing support to the post-award management team. They will also participate in other transversal tasks of the International Projects Office with various departments (HR, KTT, finance, communication, etc.) as required, and will be responsible for the maintenance of the institutional databases.

WHAT WE NEED

Required skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences; a doctoral degree would be an asset (other degrees will be accepted as well if the candidate has proven working experience in biomedical research grants preparation).

• Languages: proficiency in English. Fluency in other languages will be a plus.

• Proactive, able to work autonomously, and to take full responsibility for assigned tasks.

• Well organised person with very good attention to detail and the ability to work with tight deadlines, handle varying workloads with independency.

• Excellent teamwork abilities with good interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Desired skills

• Certified training in project management (Master, post-graduate training or similar).

• Proven working experience of minimum 2-3 years in biomedical research grants management.

• Knowledge of the European funding programs (Horizon Europe, other EU funding programs will be a plus).

• Good knowledge of Office 365; advanced Excel skills.

• Desirable competences: high scientific written skills, good communication and listening skills, good team player, problem-solver and customer-oriented, high-performance capacity and high level of self-motivation, positive attitude and able to work with different internal and external collaborators with different professional profiles.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Permanent Contract. (Taxa de Reposició 2025)

• Immediate incorporation.

• Full-time position (39h per week).

• Measures to reconcile work and family life (flexible work schedule, teleworking, 23 working days of vacation and 12 days for personal matters in 2026).

• Flexible remuneration program (kindergarten and other measures).

• Training opportunities.

• Join a highly collaborative team and engage in exciting projects.

• Work within a dynamic environment blending basic and clinical research.

• Enjoy the vibrant surroundings of the Barcelona metropolitan area, IJC headquarters located in nature.

DEADLINE

Please submit your application by 16/04/2026.

WHO WE ARE?

What makes us different?

The mission of the Josep Carreras Leukaemia Research 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 malignant blood diseases, with the aim of finding a cure for these diseases.
The IJC’s vision is to be a world-class reference and excellent research center that contributes to the improvement of results, and the cure of patients affected by leukaemia and other malignant haemopathies, 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 Board of Trustees is composed of representatives of the Generalitat de Catalunya (regional government), University of Barcelona, Autonomous University of Barcelona, the City of Badalona and the Jose Carreras International Leukaemia Foundation
The Catalan government provides hard money on an annual basis. The Jose Carreras International Leukaemia Foundation provides start-up funds, project funds as well as financial support for investments.
The JCI has an international scientific advisory board served by prominent researchers from US and Europe.
The IJC has been awarded ERC and other EU grants.

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.