.The Vall d ´Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO) Seeks a "Research Culture & Development Officer".Reference: Ref. 2024-072-01Application deadline: 04/12/2024Number of vacancies: 1Job description:VHIO Academy plays a key role in supporting the VHIO's commitment to creating a supportive environment for researchers at all stages of their careers. As Research Culture and Development Officer, you'll be supporting change, coordinating a suite of career development actions under the VHIO Academy umbrella. The successful candidate will be working closely and collaboratively with the VHIO Scientific Community as well as with Scientific Projects Office among other internal & external stakeholders to meet scientific strategic milestones. Ad-hoc support to the Head of the VHIO Academy and the Training Coordinator will be core aspects of the role.The Research Culture & Development Officer is intended to:Create & deliver a new research culture action plan.In close collaboration with the Training Coordinator, implement a training & career development programme for researchers at all levels; especially PhD & Postdoctoral researchers & Technicians, Medical Residents and Clinical Researchers.Be motivated by the idea of making a positive difference to the culture that our research-related staff and students experience.Be interested in the details, capturing the important nuances that could make a difference in a project's success.Requirements:Master's and/or PhD degree in STEM.Project Management or relevant equivalent experience (e.G. practical experience managing research projects).At least 2 years of experience in a similar role.Proven experience in European collaborative projects ´ coordination and management tasks, preferably in the field of life sciences research and scientific training.Experience and/or familiar with the management of international scientific training programmes.Valuable additions:Demonstrated knowledge about biomedical & physician-scientists career pathways, and their opportunities for research training.Have an insight into higher education or research-related environments in other sectors.Support/manage projects involving multiple, international stakeholders to successful completion.Skills:Excellent interpersonal skills are essential for this position, as is the ability to establish effective channels of communication with a large variety of stakeholders.Ability to work effectively with a diverse population.Demonstrated effective organizational skills and the ability to work in an independent and proactive manner.Exceptional communication and presentation skills.Strong organisational, time management and project management skills.Strong IT skills.Very good command (spoken and written) of English, Spanish and/or Catalan.Additional information:We offer the possibility of developing your professional career in a competitive environment