Research Support Officer

Join the Research Support Office at Utrecht University

Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance

We are looking for a Research Support Officer to join our established Research Support Office (RSO) within the Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance. You will support academics in all stages of their career in applying for national and international grants and subsidies. With a strong focus on NWO and European funding, we are looking for an experienced Grant Advisor who will be designated to the Department of Law.

Wat ga je doen?

As a Research Support Officer, you’ll be expected to ‘hit the ground running’ with responsibility in the provision of all RSO support to the Department of Law. You will play a key role in the guidance and development of complex (inter)national consortium grant applications, personal grant applications, and contract research. You will become part of a small, dynamic team, that welcomes diversity in terms of background, skills and views.

• Be responsible for all RSO support to the Department of Law with respect to research proposals and funding-related queries;
• Manage the submission process of all research applications >20k including, but not limited to, budgeting, providing feedback on proposals and ensuring adherence to funders terms and conditions;
• Work closely with departmental colleagues, project controllers and policy officers to optimize support for both pre- and post-award processes and to develop and streamline workflows;
• Develop and host writing workshops, pitch trainings, and chair mock interviews for applicants.

Wat breng je mee?

• At least academic or working and thinking level, degree level is preferable;
• Experience within an academic setting, with a working knowledge of the research domain, preferably in a Research Support Office;
• A thorough knowledge of European and Dutch grant conditions;
• A pro-active, flexible, service-oriented attitude;
• You work with precision and you are keen to learn;
• Good social and tactical skills and the ability to collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders;
• The ability to communicate detailed and complex information in a concise and effective manner;
• Excellent speaking, writing and editing skills in English and Dutch;
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills;
• The ability to work to tight deadlines and help others to reach theirs.

Wat bieden wij?

• An employment contract for an indefinite period;
• A working week of 28 to 32 hours with a gross monthly salary of at least € 3,546 to a maximum of € 5,538 for full-time employment (scale 10 of the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities);
• 8% holiday pay and an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%;
• A pension scheme, partially paid parental leave and flexible employment conditions based on the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.

In addition to the terms of employment laid down in the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, Utrecht University also offers a number of its own schemes. This includes opportunities for professional development, various leave schemes and an attractive offer in the field of sports and culture. Moreover, you can expand or adjust your employment conditions yourself via the Optional Model for Employment Conditions. In this way, we would like to encourage you to continue to develop.

Over ons

A better future for all. This ambition motivates our scientists in their top research and in providing inspiring education. At Utrecht University, various disciplines work closely together on socially important themes. Our focus is on Dynamics of Youth, Institutions for Open Societies, Life Sciences and Pathways to Sustainability.

The Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance at Utrecht University is a unique combination of 3 departments: Law, Economics and Public Administration. These 3 subject areas provide education and research separately and jointly. This multidisciplinary offer makes the faculty a distinctive partner for high-level knowledge transfer. The Faculty of Law and Economics is located in the historic centre of Utrecht.

Meer informatie

For more information, please contact Michael Robinson, Head of the RSO, via e-mail m.g.robinson@uu.nl

As Utrecht University, we want to be a home for everyone. We value employees with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and identities, including cultural, religious or ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We strive to create a safe and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute.

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