Policy Officer for EU Framework Programmes for R&I, Cross-border and International Research Collaboration (Temporary Position)

The Policy Officer – EU Framework Programmes on R&I, Cross Border and International Research Collaboration is responsible for supporting co-operation among Science Europe Member Organisations and for supporting advocacy strategies on key issues for scientific research in Europe. To do so, the post holder works closely with experts from the Member Organisations, Science Europe Office staff and with relevant external organisations.

Reporting to the Secretary General, the position holder will assume responsibilities on the EU Framework Programme on R&I, and on Cross Border and International Research Collaboration, in line with Science Europe’s Strategy Plan.

Working with Science Europe RPOs and RFOs, the post holder will:

• Follow the developments on EU Framework Programme for R&I and inform Member Organisations.
• Advocate investments in R&I, better co-operation between national and European actors in collaborative initiatives such as Partnerships, and other relevant developments identified by Science Europe.
• Promote actions in support of widening participation and fostering brain circulation.
• Promote international research collaboration beyond Europe through bodies such as the Global Research Council or through Science Europe policy initiatives (for instance, dialogue on collaboration with China).

To achieve these, the post holder will develop and maintain relationships with officials from European Institutions and global R&I organisations.

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