Science and Funding Coordinator

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CoLAB NET4CO2

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Porto, Portugal

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CoLAB NET4CO2 is a leading innovation organization seeking a Science and Funding Coordinator to join our Competitive Funding & Science Team, to support the application and implementation of R&D projects, as well as to promote the scientific dissemination and outreach of both the projects and the institution.


Main responsibilities:

  • Manage R&D projects, including technical support for contracting, budget oversight, communication with funding agencies, implementation of nationally and internationally funded projects and supporting administrative activities.
  • Preparation, writing and submission of applications for national and international research funding programs.
  • Periodically identify and monitor competitive funding opportunities.
  • Propose, develop and implement institutional outreach and dissemination activities, including conferences, workshops/courses, and institutional visits.
  • Manage institutional outreach, such as digital media (website and LinkedIn updates), techno-scientific videos, institutional presentations, media engagement, social media management, and maintenance of the institution’s visual identity.
  • Dissemination of opportunities for PhD and MSc thesis and support to students.


Required skills:

  • PhD degree in the areas of Engineering, Science or related areas.
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience in R&D project and/or financial management, or 5 years of experience for candidates holding an MSc degree.
  • Experience on proposal elaboration and submission for national/international funding/projects.
  • Experience in preparing financial and technical reports related to R&D projects.
  • Institutional communication and outreach activities.
  • Knowledge of public research policies of the national and international scientific system.
  • Excellent communication skills with a strong team spirit, fully open to collaborate with other teams (internal or external to the organisation).
  • Foreign languages proficiency: very good English level.
  • Valid working VISA to work in Portugal.


What we offer:

  • Gross salary of €1,700–€2,200/month, depending on experience.
  • €9.60/day meal allowance.
  • Health insurance included.
  • 25 vocation days.


Location: based in Porto (Portugal)


We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment with a competitive compensation package. Join us and help us build a sustainable future!


Please send your resume and cover letter to apply.


DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 9th October 2026


We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment with a competitive compensation package. Join us and help us build a sustainable future!


Please send your resume and cover letter to lucia.santos@net4co2.pt to apply.