Strategic Research Grant Writer & Funding Facilitator

Vrije Universiteit Brussel; Elsene; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Homeworking options

Telework allowance 50 €/month

Internet fee 20 €/month

35 days of leave and fine holidays

Hospitalisation insurance

Commuting reimbursement

Campus restaurants and benefits

Job summary

Vrije Universiteit Brussel is seeking a Research Grant Writing & Supporting Officer to bolster MOVE researchers in securing external funding. The role focuses on identifying opportunities, strengthening grant-writing capacity, and coordinating high‑quality proposals aligned with national and international calls.

You will also foster collaborations, manage administrative needs of funded projects, and liaise with Research and TechTransfer departments.

Qualifications

• PhD degree or demonstrable grant-writing experience.
• Proficient in academic English.
• Proven ability to secure research funding.
• Strong understanding of national and international funding mechanisms (e.g. FWO, MSCA, ERC).

Responsibilities

• Identify and monitor national and international funding opportunities aligned with MOVE research group.
• Strengthen grant-writing capacity of MOVE researchers to secure funding.
• Coordinate and support development of clear, compelling grant proposals tailored to calls and regulations.
• Foster collaboration and form national and international research consortia.
• Support administrative and operational management of MOVE’s funded projects per funder requirements.
• Participate in MOVE group meetings and strategy sessions.
• Serve as liaison between MOVE group and the Research Department and TechTransfer Department of VUB.

Skills

Grant writing

Academic English

Funding acquisition

Strategic funding

Collaborative leadership

Project management

Stakeholder liaison

Education

PhD degree

Job description

Vrije Universiteit Brussel is seeking a Research Grant Writing & Supporting Officer to bolster MOVE researchers in securing external funding. The role focuses on identifying opportunities, strengthening grant-writing capacity, and coordinating high‑quality proposals aligned with national and international calls.

You will also foster collaborations, manage administrative needs of funded projects, and liaise with Research and TechTransfer departments.