Senior Data Scientist

IOMED; Comunidad Valenciana; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established international biomedical research institute seeks an Administrative Director to lead a diverse team and manage essential functions. This role is pivotal in ensuring operational excellence, supporting strategic goals, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will oversee finance, HR, legal, and IT departments, ensuring compliance and effective governance. The ideal candidate will have extensive management experience, strong leadership skills, and a background in financial management. Join a dynamic organization committed to cutting-edge research and enjoy a flexible working environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Servicios

Career development opportunities

Ongoing training

Flexible working environment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Formación

• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in an international research setting.
• Proven leadership in managing multi-functional teams in diverse environments.

Responsabilidades

• Support the Director in developing policy and strategy for the institute.
• Lead departments including Finance, IT, HR, and Legal, ensuring operational alignment.

Conocimientos

Management Experience

Leadership

Policy Formulation

Financial Acumen

Project Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Educación

University degree in Business Administration

MBA or similar qualifications

University degree in Life Sciences

Descripción del empleo

Our client, the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is an international biomedical research institute of excellence based in Barcelona, Spain, with over 400 scientists from 44 countries. It is recognized for its commitment to developing world-class, cutting-edge research in genomics.

The Role :

We are seeking an enthusiastic and resilient Administrative Director to join our dynamic team and provide leadership across a wide range of management and support functions at CRG. This role will be essential in ensuring smooth operations, creating a supportive environment for world-class research, and adapting to global challenges with a focus on digital transformation and long-term sustainability. You will work closely with the Director and senior management to translate the scientific vision into actionable operational strategies.

As Administrative Director, you will play a key role in overseeing several essential functions at CRG, including Finance, Purchasing, IT, Human Resources, Legal, Facilities, and Health & Safety, among others. You will work within a multi-disciplinary, international environment, managing complex projects and ensuring that the institute’s operations align with its strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities :

• Strategic Leadership : Support the Director in developing the institute’s overall policy and strategy, ensuring alignment with scientific goals and operational objectives.
• Team Oversight : Lead and supervise the following departments : Finance, Purchasing and Grants Management, IT, SIT, People Department, Health and Safety, Legal, Facilities Management, Operations, and Corporate Projects (around 70 internal staff).
• Financial Management : Oversee budget preparation, management, and financial reporting, ensuring sound financial practices and safeguarding of CRG's financial and physical assets.
• Human Resources : Lead recruitment, staff development, and team building initiatives.
• Regulatory Compliance : Ensure the institute’s operations comply with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Governance Liaison : Report to and collaborate with the Board of Trustees on matters of responsibility, policy formulation, and management follow-up.
• Legal Representation : Sign official documents on behalf of CRG, including contracts, agreements, and procurement-related matters.
• Process Improvement : Foster a culture of continuous improvement, implementing changes in management systems, processes, and KPIs to enhance operational efficiency.

Professional Experience and Skills :

• Experience : Minimum of 5 years of extensive management experience, preferably within an international research or scientific organization.
• Leadership : Proven track record in leading and managing multi-functional teams in multicultural environments.
• Policy Formulation : Experience in preparing policies for governing bodies and ensuring their implementation and tracking.
• Financial Acumen : Background in managing budgets and financial planning.
• Project Management : Strong project management skills with the ability to oversee complex projects.
• Regulatory Knowledge : In-depth knowledge of public sector regulations applicable to research foundations.

Educational Background :

• Required : University degree in Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• Desirable : MBA or similar qualifications.
• Alternatively : A university degree in Life Sciences or a related discipline with an MBA or equivalent experience in a similar role.

Languages :

• Required : Fluent in spoken and written English. Good command of Spanish and Catalan or willingness to learn one of these languages upon incorporation.

Why CRG?

• Work in a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructures.
• Engage in exciting career development opportunities, supported by ongoing training.
• Benefit from a flexible working environment that values work-life balance.
• CRG is committed to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, or other personal characteristics.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and would like to enjoy these benefits, don’t hesitate to apply and join the CRG team!