.Offer DescriptionThe Science and Technology Park Foundation (FCPCT) of the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC) - Spain offers one researcher position (ICP2 MECES 3) to work in the EU TWINNEDBYSTARS project.The University Institute of Tourism and Sustainable Economic Development (TIDES), belongs to the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC). It is a research institute that aims to develop outstanding tourism research, generating and circulating scientific knowledge, and integrating itself into international tourism networks of excellence. In addition, it provides education, training and raises awareness to improve the development of tourism. Finally, it applies the knowledge generated to promote the improvement of economic, social and environmental tourism development in tourist destinations.TWINNEDBYSTARS project has been funded by EUROPEAN MARITIME, FISHERIES AND AQUACULTURE FUND (EMFAF), through the Grant Agreement number 101124900, signed by the European Commission on 10/08/2023 and in which ULPGC is coordinator of the consortium. The estimated end date of the project is 30/09/2026.The EU-funded TWINNEDBYSTARS project aims at speeding up the implementation of digitalisation, circular economy practices, and innovation in SMEs working in marine and coastal environments in EU ORs' (Azores, Madeira, Canary Islands and Martinica).The University will recruit the best candidate following the recommendations of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers. The job offer will be published through a wide range of portals. The evaluation of candidates and their selection criteria will be aligned with the ULPGC policies on equal opportunities.Selection and hiring procedures will follow transparent mechanisms according to national and regional legislation.RequirementsResearch Field: Economics » Tourism studiesEducation Level: Master Degree or equivalentSkills/QualificationsThe work and responsibilities of the researcher will include the following research topics:Participation in the project's applied research.Participation in writing results reports.Participation and monitoring of coordination internal meetings with the remaining ULPGC researchers.Organisation and monitoring of agreements as results of project meetings.Participation in project's events.Support in communication tasks and contact with different stakeholders.Support in implementation of project planning.Project indicators and deliverables monitoring.Management of providers and subcontracting, and follow-up of commissioned works.Communication with work package leaders and with the European Commission.Internal communication with project partners.Ensure compliance with the work plan.Specific RequirementsCandidates must comply with the following conditions:Nationality: Spanish nationality or that of one of the other member states of the European Union
