The European Gravitational Observatory (EGO) is a French-Italian consortium founded by INFN and CNRS to promote European collaboration in gravitational wave research. It hosts and operates the Virgo detector, a 3 km-long laser interferometer, and collaborates with LIGO in the US. The Virgo experiment involves about 850 members from 42 institutions across 16 countries. The EGO administration comprises two departments: Area 1 (Human Resources, Finance, EU Accountability, Outreach & Communication, User Office) and Area 2 (Tenders and Procurement, Legal Affairs, EU Projects, External Relations). The Head of Area 1 also serves as the RPCT. The position open is for the Head of Department AD1, with potential interim responsibilities for AD2, and the possibility of appointment as Deputy Director.
EGO values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, disability, or background.
The successful candidate will be appointed at a level and salary potentially exceeding entry level by up to 10%, based on specific needs. The role involves contributing to strategic planning and overseeing financial planning, accounting, treasury, and human resources as part of the EGO Directorate.
The candidate will be responsible for:
Applicants must meet the essential qualifications. A Selection Board will evaluate applications, with shortlisted candidates proceeding to an interview phase, which includes language and software proficiency assessments.
Reference: TEC-ADM-25-2
Publication Date: 22 April 2025
Contract: 12 months, with potential for permanence
Salary: €91,191.10 gross/year
Education: Master’s in Economics, Business, or Law
Experience: Minimum 12 years of relevant professional experience
Data will be processed in accordance with EU Regulation 2016/679, solely for recruitment purposes, and will be handled securely. Applicants can request data access, rectification, or erasure via privacy@ego-gw.it.
Send CV, Application Form, cover letter, and references to jobs@ego-gw.it, quoting the vacancy reference number.
Assets include knowledge of French, a PhD or Master related to the position, familiarity with public procurement laws, experience in academia or public administration, and strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Proficiency in administrative and budget management software is also desirable.
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