Senior Research Grant Manager - HR7040548XBudapest (Magyarország)

Corvinus University of Budapest is Hungary’s leading institution in economics, business and social sciences, recognised for its internationally renowned programs and global partnership network. With a vision to enhance its regional research footprint over the next decade, Corvinus is consistently recognised in the QS World University Rankings and the Financial Times Rankings. The university holds multiple prestigious international accreditations, including EFMD, AACSB, AMBA and BSIS

.Currently, 9,000 students, both Hungarian and international, study across its two campuses in the heart of Budapest. The university is home to 500+ academic faculty and 50+ internationally embedded research centres, actively contributing to innovative and high-impact research. Discover our Research Highlights and Research Spotlights

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About the Centre for Grant and Project Manageme

ntThe Centre for Grant and Project Management is committed to empowering researchers to achieve excellence by securing prestigious international research funding. Acting as a strategic hub, the Centre oversees both domestic and international grants, advancing the university’s research ambitions and fostering impactful collaboration

s.Our outreach continues to grow through the efforts of a dedicated team of research management professionals, who support high-impact research projects and contribute to an expanding knowledge base in research management. In the past year, we tripled the size of our international grant portfolio, we supported 117 grant proposals and secured funding for over 50 new research project

s.To further expand our capabilities and respond to increasing demand, we are seeking an experienced Senior Research Grant Manager to join our team. This is a full-time position (40 hours/week) based at our vibrant Budapest campu

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About the

role:
Pre-Award Grant Management Responsibil

ities:Facilitate, monitor, and advise faculty on research grant proposal devel
opmentDisseminate information on international research funding opportunities and deliver information se
ssionsAssist in developing research profiles and expressions of int
erestsBuild consortia for international calls for proposals, actively engaging in partner searches, liaising with stakeholders and funding agencies, coordinating consortium meetings, and drafting or reviewing non-scientific proposal se

ctions
Post-Award Grant Management Responsibi

lities:Manage international research projects where Corvinus is a partner or coordinator, supporting the Principal Investigator with administrative, managerial and communicatio
n tasksOversee tasks related to the contracting of successful international proposals, including grant and consortium agreements writing and prep
arationManage and participate in consortium meetings and ensure effective project man
agementActively contribute to writing project manuals, ethics, data management deliverables, event reports, and communication ma
terialsPrepare and monitor project
budgetsCompile or write regular technical reports, oversee the preparation and submission of financial reports, and coordinate project closure act

ivities

A

bout you:
Essential Qualifications a

nd Skills:Master’s degree (or higher) in a relevant field such as International Relations, Management, Business Administration, Economics, Law, Social Sciences or Natural Sciences. A PhD or equivalent experience in a research-intensive environment i
s an assetIn-depth knowledge of the European Research Funding ecosystem, including Horizon Europe and related EU policies and in
stitutionsA minimum of 5+ years of experience in international research project development and implementation, including partner and consortium coordinator roles, particularly within the Horizon Europe Framework Program. Experience with additional funding schemes (e.g., Erasmus+, Interreg, EU Partnerships, COST, IVF, Swiss Contribution, US Funds or private funds.) is an
advantageStrong project management acumen including the ability to manage multiple deadlines and coordinate long-term consortium-level
workflowsPassion for scientific research and research management and admi
nistrationExceptional communication and interperso
nal skillsA client-oriented mindset, with the ability to build effective working relationships with a diverse range of international and multidisciplinar
y partnersProactive, solutions-focused, and systematic thinker with a strong sense of
ownershipProficiency in both oral and written English; additional European language skills
are a plusFamiliarity or interest in project management IT tools and emerging AI te

chnologies
Wha

t we offer:
Permanent, full-time employm
ent contractPerformance-based
annual bonusAdditional benefits via ‘Cafeteri
a’ allowanceProfessional self-development through ongoing training and travel o
pportunitiesInstitutional membership in the European Association of Research Managers and Administrators (EARMA), offering access to a global network of research managers for learning an
d networkingHigh-visibility role collaborating with the university’s diverse researchers and a wide network of European academic partners and stakeholders in a supportive work
environmentOpportunity for career progression based on performance and
developmentHome office opportunity based on internal regulations and flexible hours to support work-
life balanceDynamic workplace at Corvinus University's inspiring campus, located in the heart of Budapest, within a vibrant academic and profession

al commu

nity

Location
Corvinus University of Budapest, Main Building E, 1093 Budapes

t, Fővám tér

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How to apply
Interested candidates may apply through the Corvinus Career Por

tal by submitting• a CV in English highlighting relevant pre- and post-award

grant experience,• a cover letter explaining suitabil

ity for the role,• contact information for at least two profess

ional references.

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