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Education, Educational Sciences Research Fellow, Research Assistant, Research Associate North Rhine-Westphalia University
in the categories
Education, Educational Sciences Research Fellow, Research Assistant, Research Associate North Rhine-Westphalia University
Executive Officer EUniWell (f/m/x)
Universität zu Köln
www.uni-koeln.de
www.uni-koeln.de
Executive Officer EUniWell (f/m/x)
EUniWell Head Office | Vice-Rectorate for Teaching and Learning
We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region. Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in science, technology, and administration.
The European University for Well-Being (EUniWell; www.euniwell.eu) is a European University Alliance coordinated by the University of Cologne and funded by the EU under ERASMUS+ since 2020. EUniWell includes the member universities of Cologne, Birmingham, Florence, Inalco, Konstanz, Linnaeus, Murcia, Nantes, Santiago de Compostela, Semmelweis, and Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. Our goal is to enhance the well-being of individuals, society and the environment through research expertise, excellence in teaching and learning, and social engagement. The position of Executive Officer (f/m/x) is part of the EUniWell Head Office, which is located at the University of Cologne.
YOUR TASKS
- Support the EUniWell Head Office in project and process management across the activities of the EUniWell Alliance
- Contribute to alliance-wide coordination and communication
of the EUniWell Head Office with a diverse range
of stakeholders inside and outside of academia - Support EUniWell leadership in preparing EUniWell activities and in the elaboration and planning of strategies and practices for the alliance
- Contribute to research- and scientifically-based content creation on European and international cooperation in research and education, on the European higher education landscape and higher education policy
- Liaise regularly with the EUniWell member institutions
- Monitor and identify additional funding opportunities (e.g., national and international funding agencies, university-industry collaborations, etc.)
- Contribute to proposal writing across EUniWell
YOUR PROFILE
- University MA degree (A PhD/doctorate will be a strong asset)
- Highly developed knowledge of different types of research methodology
- A track record of achieving goals and completing projects within timeframe and budget
- Experience in concept development and proposal writing
- Extensive experience working in an academic environment
- Experience in European or international as well as interdisciplinary projects is an asset
- Understanding of the European higher education landscape
- Demonstrable experience working in a digital, distributed work environment
- Strong communications skills, including the ability to build and sustain relationships with various stakeholders (including students, academic and professional staff, university leadership and external stakeholders)
- Ability to coordinate and participate effectively in teams
- Strong intercultural skills
- Excellent written and spoken English and German skills
- Ability to travel
- Identification with the vision and mission of EUniWell
WE OFFER
- The opportunity to contribute to the further development of the European University for Well-Being
- A diverse working environment with equal opportunities
- Support in balancing work and family life
- Extensive advanced training opportunities
- Occupational health management offers
- Flexible working time models
- Opportunity to work remotely
