Location: Sorbonne University
Contract Type: Fixed-term contract (3 years)
Reporting to: Scientific Coordinator of the RHU Project

Main Mission

In close collaboration with the scientific coordinator of the RHU project, the Project Manager will liaise directly with various internal departments at Sorbonne University, consortium members, and the French National Research Agency (ANR).

The primary mission is to assist the scientific coordinator in the effective implementation of all planned actions among the project’s key partners: Sorbonne University, AP-HP, and OWKIN. This includes consortium coordination and relationship management with the ANR.

The Project Manager will play a central role in the coordination and monitoring of the project's development and will be responsible for managing the various phases of the project, ensuring the achievement of its ambitious goals.

 

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Coordination

Coordinate project activities across teams and partner institutions
Monitor project progress and ensure alignment with goals and timelines
Assist university financial departments with project budget management and reporting

2. Communication and Institutional Relations

Ensure effective communication among all stakeholders (research teams, industry partners, financial institutions)
Oversee project communication across social media platforms
Organize and participate in events (conferences, congresses, workshops, etc.)
Contribute to the writing and presentation of project progress reports

3. Administrative and Logistical Oversight

Supervise administrative aspects of the project (contracts, partnership agreements, regulatory compliance)
Negotiate and draft contracts necessary for project implementation
Manage logistics for events, meetings, and business travel

4. Strategic Development

Contribute to the project’s overall strategy by identifying new collaboration or funding opportunities
Participate in strategic planning and risk evaluation

Team Management: No
Project Management: Yes

 

Required Knowledge and Skills

Cross-disciplinary Knowledge

• Proven experience in project management methodologies
• Ability to analyze regulatory documents and adapt activities accordingly
• Strong understanding of legal, financial, and contractual aspects of research projects
• Knowledge of the structure and functioning of higher education and public research institutions

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated project management experience
• Experience managing multi-source funding (public: national, EU, international; and private)
• Excellent writing skills
• Proficiency in office tools, particularly Excel and Word
• Familiarity with communication tools
• Proficient in English (minimum B2 level)

Soft Skills

• Outstanding organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strong professional relationships
• Responsiveness, especially in interactions with scientific coordinators and institutional partners
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Adaptability and initiative
• Professional diplomacy

 

Required Education

Minimum: Master’s degree (Bac +5 or equivalent)
Fields: Science, Law, Public Administration, or equivalent disciplines