EU Project Officer – R&I Policy

EU Project Officer – R&I Policy

EuroTech Universities Alliance

Brussels, Belgium

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic EU project officer on Research & Innovation (R&I) policy to join our Brussels’ team. The successful candidate will lead the implementation of EuroTech’s EU-funded projects and contribute to the implementation of the Alliance’s Strategy 2030. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong policy research experience and a passion for research and innovation to make a real impact across Europe.

The deadline for application is on 16 April 2026.

About the EU Project Officer – R&I policy role

As EU Project Officer – R&I policy, you will lead the implementation of complex EU projects in close cooperation with EuroTech member universities and external partners. One key assignment will focus on the analysis of funding and business models and opportunities for research and tech infrastructures in Europe. You will work closely with the Secretary General and the Brussels Office team, working across policy, communications and operations. Together, the team supports the Alliance’s priorities in Europe and strengthens its multilateral activities.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Lead and deliver EU-funded R&I projects end-to-end, ensuring high-quality implementation, timely delivery of milestones, and full compliance with European Commission requirements;
• Drive analytical and research workstreams, including the design and execution of qualitative and quantitative analyses, translating findings into actionable insights and high-impact deliverables;
• Shape strategic insights on European R&I ecosystems, with a particular focus on funding mechanisms, business models, and the development of research and technology infrastructures, and coordinate competence building and knowledge-sharing at EuroTech level;
• Maintain effective communication within project consortia and with external stakeholders, including the European Commission;
• Identify funding opportunities that support the implementation of EuroTech’s Strategy 2030 and contribute to the preparation of new project proposals to that effect;
• Ensure synergies between EU-funded projects and broader EuroTech initiatives and contribute actively to the implementation of the EuroTech Strategy 2030 and to the overall teamwork of the Brussels Office.

Required profile

• 3 to 6 years of work experience in R&I policy project delivery, and a master’s degree in a relevant field;
• At least 2 years of experience working on EU-funded projects;
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to conduct rigorous analysis and draw sound conclusions from evidence;
• Excellent drafting skills, with the ability to write clear, concise and well-structured reports and papers;
• Excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under tight deadlines;
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and to build consensus and promote trust both externally and internally;
• Strong interest in research, innovation, and education policy and in science and technology fields such as AI, robotics, semiconductors, photonics, quantum, energy systems, biotechnologies, advanced materials, etc.;
• Excellent spoken and written English.

Other desirable assets:

• Knowledge of, and interest in, research and technology infrastructures and related policy;
• Experience applying both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies (data science skills is a strong asset);
• Experience with Horizon Europe, Erasmus+ and/or Digital Europe projects;
• Experience facilitating workshops or other collaborative formats and with network- or community-building;
• Knowledge of additional European languages.

Our offer

• A dynamic and inspiring work environment in an engaged and multicultural team;
• A full-time contract under Belgian law (38-hour working week);
• A competitive salary package;
• A range of additional benefits, including additional holiday pay, lunch vouchers, reimbursement of public transport, homeworking allowance, a pension plan and a hospitalisation insurance;
• Extra-legal holidays;
• Hybrid working arrangements.

The role includes occasional travels in Europe.

Application process

Applications should include:

• a CV with references; and
• a cover letter indicating your annual gross salary expectations in euros.

Please submit your application as one PDF file by 16 April 2026 to Sophie Viscido, Secretary General, EuroTech Universities Alliance, at recruitment@eurotech-universities.eu, with the subject line: EU Project Officer – R&I policy Application.

The first round of interviews is expected to take place online in the first half of April. A second round of interviews for shortlisted candidates is planned for mid-April/early May in Brussels. The successful candidate is expected to take up the post as soon as possible.

Data protection

As part of your application, you will provide personal data to the EuroTech Universities Alliance. Please consult our privacy policy on the collection and processing of personal data during the recruitment process, pursuant to Article 13 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By submitting your application, you confirm that you have read and understood the data protection information provided by EuroTech.

About the EuroTech Universities Alliance

The EuroTech Universities Alliance is a strategic partnership of leading European universities of science and technology, established in 2011. Guided by its Strategy 2030, the Alliance brings together scientists and experts from its member universities to advance collaboration in research, innovation, infrastructure and education. It aims to contribute to a tech-driven, sustainable and resilient Europe. EuroTech’s activities focus on fostering synergies across the Alliance, contributing to knowledge-based policymaking, and strengthening European ecosystems along value chains, across borders, and between sectors.