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Director of Research and Valorisation

Sorbonne Université – Faculté des Sciences et Ingénierie · State civil service

En français : Directeur·rice de la recherche et de la valorisation

This job in plain words

The director helps shape and run the research and innovation policy of the faculty. The job is in Paris, at 4 place Jussieu, with possible remote work and a management role.

Open to non-civil servants Remote work possible

Can you apply?

The job is open to civil servants and contract agents. Research and management experience is required.

Category
Category A (executive)
Diploma
Master's degree or equivalent (level 7)
Experience
Experienced in research, research administration and management
Contract
Civil servants and contract agents; fixed-term contract (CDD) of 3 years

The profile they want:

  • Real experience in research and research administration
  • Proven management experience
  • Knowledge of public research and innovation
  • Good understanding of university administrative and financial management
  • Fluent French and English, strong writing skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills, negotiation and rigour

What you would do

  • Define and run partnership and valorisation strategies
  • Advise the general management and research units
  • Coordinate setup and follow-up of research agreements
  • Support protection of intellectual property
  • Manage a team and run the department's activity
  • Lead complex, cross-cutting or institutional projects

How to apply

Send your CV and cover letter through the Sorbonne Université employer website. The link is on the official offer page.

Documents to send:

  • CV
  • Cover letter

Good to know:

  • Remote work possible
  • Management role: 27 category A staff and 1 category B
  • Start date: 1 September 2026

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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