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Project Manager for the EU funded Project “European Universities Linking Society and Technology (EULiST)”

Project Manager for the EU funded Project “European Universities Linking Society and Technology (EULiST)”

(salary scale 14 TV-L, 75 %)

 

Nestled in a modern city surrounded by nature and with an exceptional standard of living, Ƶ offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific community.

The International Office welcomes applications for the following position starting October 15, 2025: Project Manager for the EU funded Project “European Universities Linking Society and Technology (EULiST)” (salary scale 14 TV-L, 75 %)

The position is limited to a maternity leave cover until February 12, 2026. An extension for the anticipated subsequent parental leave is being sought.

EULiST is an alliance of universities in ten European countries that share a primary focus in the technological disciplines, in addition to their strengths in the humanities and social sciences (). Objectives include establishing a European university together with the partner universities based on the European Universities Initiative (EUI). Moreover, the alliance aims to gain a firm foothold in the respective countries and regions for intensive cooperation between local society and regional institutions as well as national and international corporations, whilst promoting a European identity. Particular emphasis will be placed on climate change, digital transition and social cohesion.

Responsibilities and duties

  • Managing the EU funded project and chairing the Project Steering Committee
  • Central contact person of the alliance for the EU funded project
  • The overall responsibility for financial management of the project
  • Assisting the Management Board in overseeing the EU project management and quality control
  • Assisting in organising an external audit of the project and the Alliance conducted twice within the duration of the project
  • Preparing the annual operational plan together with the Management Board
  • Reports and quality assurance
  • Maintain contact with the EU commission

Who are we looking for?

Prerequisite for employment is a university science degree. Ideally, you have experience in dealing with EU funded project and the dealing of finances of EU projects, international experience (preferably within Europe), outstanding proficiency in English and one other language from one of the home countries of the EULiST partners, working knowledge of German is a plus. Furthermore, the successful candidate is expected to have administrative skills within an academic context, as well as the relevant IT skills (e.g. MS Office, databases).

Experience in collaboration between international higher education institutions would be advantageous – especially with regard to coordination of international university networks. A high level of intercultural competence, the capacity to work in a team, experience in managing projects, the ability to work well under pressure, commitment and dedication, along with an aptitude for text production and good negotiation skills round off the profile.

Equal opportunities and diversity are core values at Ƶ. Our goal is to tap into individual potential and open up possibilities. We therefore welcome applications from anyone interested in the position, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or ideology, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

We strive towards a balanced and diverse workforce and a reduction in under-representation in accordance with the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz – NGG). We therefore also welcome applications from women for the above-mentioned position. Preference will be given to equally-qualified candidates with disabilities.

Mobile working and home office are possible by arrangement.

 

Additional information

For further information, please contact Dr. Marcus Hoppe (tel.: +49 (0)511 762-3854; email: marcus.hoppe@zuv.uni-hannover.de).

Please submit your application in English with supporting documents by August 15, 2025 in electronic form to

Email: internationaloffice@zuv.uni-hannover.de  
(subject line: “Application EULiST Project Manager”)

or by post to:
Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover
International Office
“Application EULiST Project Manager”
Welfengarten 1 A, 30167 Hannover

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