Instituto Pedro Nunes (IPN) is seeking a Business Developer and a Pre-Award Grant Manager to join the team of the Automatics Lab (LAS).
IPNlas is a reference in the development of applied technologies for telehealth, particularly in AI and robotics for healthcare, telemedicine, and telerehabilitation solutions, as well as in testing and regulatory support.
Responsibilities:
- Scouting for new business opportunities related to the Lab main competencies by researching potential customers and analyzing funding opportunities;
- Support the concept development, writing and submission of funding applications related with the Lab main competencies;
- Cooperation with the different departments of the institution during all stages of application;
- Manage the Lab IP valorization process in the different stages of technology development;
- Contribute to the development of the RTD strategy, in line with the institutional strategy and funding opportunities available;
- Build and maintain communication and strong relationships with key stakeholders and potential partners and customers;
- Maintain CRM tools (e.g. HubSpot) to track progress and performance metrics;
- Represent the organization at match-making events, conferences, and networking opportunities to build brand awareness and establish connections;
- Participation in national and international network meetings and events.
Offer:
- Continuous training aligned with profile;
- Employment contract;
- Integration in a recognized institution;
- Integration in a dynamic team that promotes a friendly environment of respect, trust, transparency and informality;
- International experience;
- Opportunity for internal growth according to demonstrated skills;
- Opportunity to apply previous knowledge and experience;
- Wage according to the experience;
Qualifications:
MSc in Electrotechnical or Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare Sciences, Health Economics or any related topics;
- Proven experience in supporting and leading the preparation of funding grant applications for health innovation;
- Familiar with European funding programs Horizon Europe (or previous FPs), EIT-Health, DEP, THCS, Interreg, Eureka (more than 2 years of experience);
- Experience in business development
- Proficient in English and Portuguese;
Preferential factors:
- Entrepreneurial experience in the area of ICT for health and well-being;
- Know-how about the Medtech, digital health value-chain and market access in Europe;
Transversal competencies:
- Autonomy and orientation towards objectives and results;
- High sense of responsibility;
- Good communication skills;
- Leadership and teamwork skills
If you are interested, send your resume and cover letter to with the reference IPN/LAS/2026/CON1 by March 6th of 2026.
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