Project Manager

Institute of Entomology

Secretariat

Employment contract

We are looking for an experienced and independent project manager to join our team and be responsible for coordinating, managing, and administering the ongoing Marie Sklodowska-Curie Action – Doctoral Network (MSCA-DN) project and bringing it to a successful conclusion. This international project brings together 13 research institutions across Europe and Israel.

Job Description

• coordinating and managing the project in accordance with the established schedule, budget, and objectives,
• preparing, monitoring, and updating project documentation,
• communicating with internal and external partners,
• organizing project meetings and conferences,
• traveling abroad on business trips,
• preparing supporting documents and meeting minutes,
• monitoring the fulfillment of project deliverables, deadlines, and the budget,
• collaborating with the financial and administrative team,
• preparing interim and final reports.

•    a college degree,
•    advanced knowledge of English (at least B2),
•    very good organizational and communication skills,
•    independence, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines,
•    analytical thinking and problem-solving skills,
•    proficiency with MS Office,
•    a background in biology is a plus,
•    and experience with grant-funded or international projects is a plus.
 

We offer: 

• 5 weeks of holiday, flexible working hours, subsidized company catering,
• motivating salary,
• contribution to supplementary pension insurance and support for leisure-time activities,
• free English courses at the workplace and professional training,
• discounted services with our contracted mobile operator and bank,
• the possibility to place a child from the age of 1 in our children’s group directly on the BC premises,
• a friendly, inspiring international working environment and varied job responsibilities,
• opportunities for professional growth and further education,
• employment in a stable, prestigious scientific institution of international importance.

The Biology Centre is located in České Budějovice (max. 2 hours south of the capital Prague), a safe middle-sized city with ca. 100K inhabitants, relaxed atmosphere, historical centre and a breathtaking countryside around providing numerous opportunities for research and leisure activities. It has a growing international expert community at the Biology Centre CAS and the neighbouring University of South Bohemia. Check out our Guide for Expats to read about life in the city and the Czech Republic.

If you are interested in this job opportunity, please send us your CV and motivation letter via the APPLY button below.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Michaela Kunzová at: kunzova@entu.cas.cz.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.