R&D Business Development

About AIMEN

AIMEN is a multi-sector Innovation and Technology Centre that develops R&D&I activities and provides technological services to the industry in the fields of Materials, Advanced Manufacturing processes, Digitalization, and Sustainability.
With more than 50 years of experience, our vision is to become an excellent organization in technological innovation, serving the industry and contributing to a more sustainable future. We are a team of over 300 professionals whose expertise and motivation to improve society through innovation are our main assets.

Main Duties

As part of the R&D Business Development team, your tasks will include:

1. Business development related to R&D, including commercial actions with industrial companies.
2. Knowledge of regional, national or European R&D roadmaps.
3. Developing actions to attract new R&D projects through public calls at regional, national, and European levels.
4. Coordinating and supervising the preparation of R&D proposals.
5. Encouraging collaboration with universities, technology centers, and companies both nationally and internationally.
6. Participating actively in the promotion and recruitment of international research talent (CAPTAIN* Project).
7. Participating in regional, national, and European platforms related to the company's priority technologies: Transport, Energy, and Industry.
8. Contributing to the definition of exploitable results and routes for their exploitation.

Education

Higher/graduate degree in science and technology fields, preferably engineering.

Job-specific Skills

• At least 5 years of R&D experience in preparing project proposals at regional, national, or European levels.
• Extensive knowledge of R&D activities and international research talent.
• Familiarity with regional, national, and European Work Programmes.
• Previous R&D collaboration experience with companies.
• Proficiency in English (C1/C2).
• Availability to travel.
• Driving license and own vehicle.

Desirable Qualifications and Skills

• Master's or postgraduate training in innovation management is highly valued.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Relevant sector contacts (transport, energy, industry).
• Ability to deliver results.
• Business development skills.
• Team management skills.
• Ability to initiate and develop new ideas and initiatives with external partners.

We Offer

• Work in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment that supports your personal growth.
• Job stability and flexible working hours; hybrid teleworking model to balance personal life.
• Specific training plan in your area of specialization.
• Salary according to experience and expertise.
• Location: O Porriño, approximately 25 km from Vigo, with excellent connections to Vigo Airport, Santiago, and Porto, and good access to the AVE train network.