Research Coordinator with Focus on EU Funding at Grants Office

Linköpings Universitet · Full-time

Linköping, Sweden

We have the strength of over 50,000 students and employees. Students who give hope for the future. Employees who every day contribute to Linköping University tackling the challenges of our time. Our values are built on credibility, trust, and security. By being bold, thinking freely, and doing new things, we create together, through big and small actions, a better future. Welcome to apply for a job with us! Do you want to be part of enabling research and innovation by supporting researchers in their applications to EU framework programs? Then you might be the person we're looking for! About the job As a research coordinator at Grants Office, you work closely with researchers at Linköping University and contribute to strengthening their opportunities to attract external research funding by offering qualified support throughout the application process – from environmental monitoring and strategic advice to developing competitive applications and support with implementation matters. The role has a particular focus on the EU's research and innovation framework program, Horizon Europe, but also includes other prioritized national and international funders. The work is both operational and strategic and includes development of project ideas, consortium building, as well as quality assurance and compliance in application processes. You work in an advisory function with broad contacts, and collaborate with researchers, internal support functions, and external actors. The role requires the ability to manage complex processes and contribute to developing working methods that strengthen the university's long-term capacity in research funding. Examples of work tasks: Provide qualified support in applications to EU framework programs and other prioritized funders. Contribute strategically to the development of project ideas and applications. Coordinate and conduct seminars and internal training. Monitor and analyze calls and policy development. Act as a contact person toward the EU Commission and other funders. Contribute to the development of internal processes and working methods. Provide coordination support in the implementation of awarded EU projects. To succeed in the role, you need a genuine interest in research funding and international research collaborations. About you We're looking for someone with a research background who wants to use your expertise in a new role where you continue to work in the research and innovation system. You inspire confidence through calm and professional conduct and have a good ability to listen and build sustainable relationships. You work independently and take responsibility for your tasks, with a well-developed ability to structure, prioritize, and drive your work forward efficiently. You have a holistic perspective and can put matters into a larger context, which means you navigate well in complex and changing environments and identify opportunities even when conditions change. Furthermore, you have excellent collaboration skills and actively contribute to a constructive and respectful work environment. Beyond the personal abilities and skills described above, we want you to have: Doctorates degree Very good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in both English and Swedish It is meritorious if you have: Experience with EU applications, especially Horizon Europe Good knowledge of the international research and innovation landscape Experience in research funding and research support Experience in having yourself applied for and been awarded research funding Your workplace Grants Office is part of the Research and Innovation Support Department, FINA, at the University Administration. Here, employees work with various competencies, for example, in research support, project management, innovation, and collaboration. With us, you become part of an engaged and competent group where many have a research background. Together, we work in a collegial and supportive climate where knowledge exchange and development are in focus. Learn more about our activities here https://liu.se/organisation/liu/uf/fina About the employment Until further notice, 100%. Location Linköping. Start date by agreement. Salary and benefits Linköping University applies individual and differentiated salary setting in accordance with applicable collective agreements (RALS/RALS-T) and the university's guidelines for salary formation. We offer the possibility of remote work part of your working time when the needs of the business and work tasks allow. Learn more about benefits for employees https://liu.se/jobba-pa-liu/formaner. Trade union contact persons For information about trade union contact persons, see https://liu.se/jobba-pa-liu/hjalp-for-sokande. Application Welcome to submit your application with CV and cover letter no later than September 30, 2026. You apply for this position by clicking the "Apply" button below. 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