Organisation/Company Ageing better colab Research Field Management sciences » Other Researcher Profile Other Profession Positions PhD Positions Country Portugal Application Deadline 31 Aug 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Lisbon) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 4 Jul 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Reference Number ABC CoLAB/Ref.10/2025 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
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The ABC CoLAB (Algarve Biomedical Center Collaborative Laboratory – Integrated Solutions for Aging and
Rejuvenation) is an innovative triple-helix model in health focused on longevity and active aging, aimed at
transferring knowledge and technology to society and target markets.
This call is for hiring one (1) Project Manager (Technical – Scientific field) (M/F), for candidates of any
nationality, under operation ALGARVE-FSE+-01177600 related to the application submitted to Notice
ALGARVE-2024-8, funded by the Algarve 2030 Regional Program and co-funded by the European Social
Fund Plus (ESF+).
Missão: The Project Manager reports directly to the Executive and Innovation Director (CEO/CIO) and will
be responsible for identifying funding opportunities, supporting the preparation and submission of
applications, monitoring ongoing projects, preparing reports for different entities, among other duties.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Identify public and private funding opportunities (national and international);
• Carefully review call notices and present them to the ABC CoLAB team;
• Support the preparation of funding applications, including drafting necessary documents and
gathering required information, ensuring compliance with technical and administrative
requirements;
• Manage project implementation, ensuring objectives, deadlines, and impact indicators defined in
the funding contract are met, while coordinating with stakeholders;
• Prepare presentations and consolidated progress and annual execution reports for consortium
meetings, funding entities, and stakeholders, in coordination with the finance department,
ensuring alignment with funders' requirements;
• Define and monitor appropriate metrics to track project progress, ensuring the quality of
deliverables and reports within the allocated budget and deadlines;
• Support decision-making on technical matters related to changes or improvements in project
management systems;
• Assist in tracking innovation indicators, Technology Readiness Level (TRL), and scientific,
technological, and socio-economic impact metrics;
• Support the identification of new R&I business opportunities, networking, and engagement with
companies and investors to maximize project impact and foster the creation of spin-offs/start
ups;
• Promote and execute specialized support activities in external relations—Intellectual Property;
facilitate coordination with funding entities, including the European Commission, FCT, etc.
• Contribute to defining the CoLAB’s growth strategy and aligning projects with global challenges
(e.g., European Green Deal, EU Missions);
• Monitor trends in R&I funding to ensure ABC CoLAB maintains a competitive position;
• Support the communication and dissemination of results, as required by funding programs;
• Represent ABC CoLAB in meetings, external events, fairs, and similar initiatives, as requested.
REQUIRED PROFILE:
• MSc or PhD in a scientific field relevant to ABC CoLAB, with experience in project and/or funding
program management;
• Proven professional experience in similar roles, with a minimum of 5 years for MSc candidates
(MANDATORY);
• Professional experience in managing innovation projects (industry; academia) and in preparing
competitive funding applications (national and international);
• Strong knowledge of project management tools and proficiency in Office software;
• Experience in knowledge and technology transfer activities and innovation for the business
sector;
• Strong interpersonal skills, analytical abilities, and proficiency in data analysis;
• High level of autonomy and initiative;
• Proficiency in written and spoken Portuguese and English.
Other Preferential Requirements:
• Strong project management skills;
• Familiarity with emerging technologies;
• Focus on sustainability and ESG criteria;
• Excellent communication, synthesis, and interpersonal skills.
Soft Skills:
• Research mindset and analytical skills;
• Critical and creative thinking;
• Ability to interact with diverse stakeholders;
• Strong motivation, autonomy, and proactivity;
• Organizational skills, methodical approach, and attention to detail;
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION
The call is open from July 4 until 11:59 PM on Agust 31, 2025.
Only applications submitted directly via email to concursos@ageingbettercolab.org with the following
subject reference: ABC CoLAB/Ref_10/2025 will be accepted. Each candidate may submit only one
application, otherwise all submissions will be canceled.
The application must include:
• Detailed CV;
• Copy of academic certificates, recognized by a Portuguese university, if obtained abroad;
• Copy of Citizen Card;
• Small presentation video (up to three minutes);
• Email contact of up two references;
• Digital copies (eg PDF) of 2 publications considered by the applicant as most relevant;
• Other relevant documents.
False statements or acts of plagiarism will result in the cancellation of the application without prejudice to
other sanctions.
WORKPLACE
Activities will be carried out at ABC CoLAB (or its associates) facilities in Faro or Loulé, and at other
locations as needed to fulfill the tasks.
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PERFIL REQUERIDO
LOCAL DE TRABALHO
Where to apply
E-mail concursos@ageingbettercolab.org
Requirements
Research Field Management sciences » Other Education Level PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
REQUIRED PROFILE:
• MSc or PhD in a scientific field relevant to ABC CoLAB, with experience in project and/or funding
program management;
Proven professional experience in similar roles, with a minimum of 5 years for MSc candidates
(MANDATORY);
• Professional experience in managing innovation projects (industry; academia) and in preparing
competitive funding applications (national and international);
• Strong knowledge of project management tools and proficiency in Office software;
• Experience in knowledge and technology transfer activities and innovation for the business
sector;
• Strong interpersonal skills, analytical abilities, and proficiency in data analysis;
• High level of autonomy and initiative;
• Proficiency in written and spoken Portuguese and English.
Specific Requirements
• Research mindset and analytical skills;
• Critical and creative thinking;
• Ability to interact with diverse stakeholders;
• Strong motivation, autonomy, and proactivity;
• Organizational skills, methodical approach, and attention to detail;
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally
Languages PORTUGUESE Level Mother Tongue
Research Field Management sciences » Other Years of Research Experience 4 - 10
Internal Application form(s) needed
Permanent employment contract;
40-hour workweek;
Expected start date in October 2025;
Gross monthly salary may vary between levels 24 (1.863,62€) and 38 (2.622,59€) of the Single
Remuneration Table depending on available funding and/or proven academic qualifications and
professional experience.
Eligibility criteria
Eligibility of Candidates
The following may apply to this call: A. Portuguese nationals or nationals of other EU Member States;
B. Nationals of third countries;
To apply, candidates must:
C. Reside in Portugal on a permanent and habitual basis.
Eligibility of the Application
Failure to meet any of the following requirements will result in non-acceptance of the application:
D. Detailed CV of the candidate;
E. Permanent residence certificate, permanent residence permit, or long-term resident status, if
applicable;
F. Proof of the required qualifications, including certificates showing the degree and final grade,
recognized by a Portuguese university if obtained abroad.
Selection process
SELECTION PANEL
The selection panel consists of:
President: Clévio Nóbrega, President of the Board – ABC CoLAB;
1st Effective Member: Vânia Roberto, ABC CoLAB CEO;
2nd Effective Member: Joana Apolónio, Member of ABC CoLAB Board;
1st Alternate Member: Sara Ramos, Vice-President of ABC CoLAB;
2nd Alternate Member: Miguel Castelo-Branco, Member of ABC CoLAB Board.
SELECTION METHODS AND CRITERIA
Eligible applications will be scored from zero (minimum score) to twenty (maximum score). In case of a
tie or if considered necessary, an interview will be conducted with the top candidates.
Admission: All candidates who meet the defined requirements will be admitted.
Evaluation Method:
• Final classification will be the weighted average of the curricular assessment (50%) and the
interview (50%).
• Selection of the candidates with the highest final score.
Curricular Assessment (CA)
The CA will be quantitatively expressed from 0 to 20 points, calculated from the following objective
criteria: CA = 0.50 × A + 0.50 × B
where:
A - Evaluates the academic merit based on professional qualifications;
B - Evaluates previous experience relevant to the position;
Interview (I)
If necessary or in the case of a tie, the interview will be conducted with the top candidates, either in
person or by videoconference.
The interview score will be based on the following criteria:
• Relevance of academic background to ABC CoLAB (0-2 points)
• Previous professional experience in technical-scientific project management (0-3 points)
• Experience in preparing competitive funding applications (0-2 points)
• Networking (industry, academia, government) (0-2 points)
• Experience in knowledge and technology transfer and innovation for the business sector (0-4
points)
• Knowledge of funding rules and general guidelines from different funding entities, such as the
European Commission, FCT, CCDR-Algarve, etc. (0-3 points)
• Research mindset, and analytical skills (0-2 points)
• Orientation towards sustainability and ESG criteria (0-1 point)
• Excellent communication skills (0-1 point)
Final Classification (FC)
The final classification of each candidate will be decided by a simple majority of the selection panel
members. Candidates will be ranked according to their CA.
If an interview is required, the final classification (FC) of each candidate will be obtained through the
weighted average of the Curricular Assessment (CA) (50%) and the Interview (I) (50%). After applying each
selection criterion, each jury member will rank the candidates according to the final classification. The
candidate who receives the majority of votes will be selected. In case of a tie, the decision will be made by
the President of the panel.
The jury will hold the necessary meetings to reach a final decision, documenting the procedures used as
well as all elements deemed relevant to the final decision.
If no candidates of merit are found, or if funding conditions change significantly after the publication of this
notice, the jury reserves the right to close the competition without recruitment. If the selected candidate
declines the position, the selection panel reserves the right to offer the position to the next candidate in the
ranking.
Additional comments
COMMUNICATION OF RESULTS
The evaluation results will be published at https://ageingbettercolab.org/ and sent to the candidates' email
addresses within 90 working days after the application deadline. Candidates have 10 working days after
the results are released to respond during the pre-decision hearing process. The final decision will be made
within 60 working days after the pre-decision hearing. If all candidates are selected for the position, the
process will conclude with a final decision.
RATIFICATION
After the pre-decision hearing, the final panel decision will be proposed for ratification by the ABC CoLAB
Board.
OTHER INFORMATION
Candidates with foreign academic degrees must provide proof of degree recognition as per Decree-Law
no. 66/2018. Any candidate without such recognition will not be admitted to the competition.
Non-discrimination and Equal Opportunities Policy
ABC CoLAB ensures that no candidate is privileged, benefited, harmed, or deprived of any rights on the
basis of ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, economic situation, social origin, genetic
heritage, disability, chronic illness, nationality, ethnicity, origin, language, religion, political or ideological
beliefs, or union membership.
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Laboratório Colaborativo do Algarve Biomedical Center: Soluções Integradas para o Envelhecimento e Rejuvenescimento (ABC CoLAB) Country Portugal State/Province Faro Postal Code 8005-139 Geofield
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