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Support officer for European and international research projects

Université de Technologie de Compiègne · State civil service

En français : Chargé(e) d'appui aux projets de recherche européens et internationaux

This job in plain words

The University of Technology of Compiègne (UTC) is hiring a support officer for European and international research projects in its research department, in Compiègne. The job helps researchers answer European calls for projects and follow their research contracts.

Open to non-civil servants

Can you apply?

The job is open only to contract staff. Civil servants cannot apply for this offer.

Category
Category A (executive)
Diploma
Master's degree or equivalent. A specialisation in European project management, international cooperation or European affairs is expected. A PhD in science would be a plus.
Contract
Contract staff only. Fixed-term contract (CDD) of 2 years, to be filled as soon as possible.

The profile they want:

  • Good knowledge of Horizon Europe and building European projects.
  • English, written and spoken, at B2 level minimum.
  • Ability to write reports and summary notes in English.
  • Good sense of organisation and priorities.
  • Good relationship skills, listening and advice.

What you would do

  • Monitor European and international calls for projects.
  • Support researchers in preparing answers to calls for projects.
  • Help write the administrative parts and budget of applications.
  • Run awareness actions on European funding for researchers.
  • Advise researchers on running and financially justifying research contracts.
  • Follow research contracts and financial reports with the finance department.

How to apply

Apply on the employer's website, using the link on the official Choisir le Service Public offer. Applications are open from 14 October to 13 November 2026.

Good to know:

  • Full-time job: 37 hours 30 minutes per week, or 1,607 hours per year.
  • Frequent travel in France and Europe is expected.
  • Position vacant from 1 December 2026.
  • Recruitment funded under the UTC's performance and resources contract (COMP) with the Ministry of Higher Education and Research.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official offer. Only the offer published on Choisir le Service Public counts: read it before you apply. Source: Choisir le Service Public (DGAFP), Etalab 2.0 licence.

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