Clinical Project Manager (IBIMA)

Malaga, Spain
Application deadline :  

Clinical Project Manager (IBIMA) 
Please note that although this role is associated with ECRIN, the position is advertised and hired by IBIMA and based in Malaga, Spain. The job description has also been translated from Spanish from the original posting. Apply here.

Application Submission:

From: 21/07/2026 0:00 (UTC+01:00) Brussels, Copenhagen, Madrid, Paris
Until: 30/07/2026 23:59 (UTC+01:00) Brussels, Copenhagen, Madrid, Paris

Information:
The Biomedical Research Institute of Malaga is hiring a professional with the following profile: Clinical Project Manager ECRIN

  • Reference: 2026/177
  • Project: 00300000200100280 - ERA4Health: Fostering a European Research Area for Health Research
  • Project Description: Fostering a European Research Area for Health Research (ERA4Health). This project has received funding from the European Union's Horizon Europe program under the grant agreement (N101095426).
  • Principal Investigator: Miriam Rol Garcia
  • Location: IBIMA Bionand Platform - Located at Malaga Tech Park Headquarters
  • Number of places:1

Job description:
The selected candidate will join the ERA4Health Project team and work under the umbrella of the European ECRIN infrastructure, collaborating with national and international clinical trial units (CTUs) participating in the project and the actions derived from it.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting the coordination and management of multinational clinical research projects funded under the ERA4Health European Partnership calls for proposals.
  • Supporting the preparation of multinational clinical research proposals, including operational planning, identifying CTU services, and coordinating with European partners for open calls under the ERA4Health Partnership.
  • Supporting the operational management of multinational clinical trials, including coordinating with clinical trial units (CTUs), researchers, and other research infrastructures.
  • Coordinating with the European network of clinical research infrastructures to facilitate the implementation of clinical trial support services, including regulatory, ethical, monitoring, pharmacovigilance, and project management aspects.
  • Contributing to the interaction between the national clinical research network and the European Clinical Research Infrastructure (ECRIN), facilitating the participation of national researchers in international projects under open calls within the ERA4Health Partnership.
  • Participation in scientific and coordination meetings with national and international partners within the framework of the ERA4Health project.
  • Support in optimising processes and quality in the management of clinical research projects, in accordance with international standards and Good Clinical Practices (GCP).
  • Any other activity related to the management of clinical research projects that may be required within the framework of the ERA4Health project.

Minimum requirements:

  • University degree in Health Sciences, Biomedicine, Pharmacy, Medicine, Biology, or related disciplines.
  • High level of spoken and written English (B2 certificate or at least 6 months of international stay demonstrating proficiency in English as a working language).

Desirable Requirements:
They must total 7 points (experience should be measured in points per year)

  1. Experience in managing clinical research projects, especially multinational clinical trials.
    One point will be awarded for each full year of demonstrable experience (max. 3 points).
  2. Training in European R&D&I programs, primarily Horizon Europe and European partnerships.
    This will be valued at 0.2 points for every 10 hours of accredited training (max. 1 point).
  3. Experience in the preparation and/or management of international research projects, especially those funded by European programs (Horizon Europe, IHI, ERA-NET, or others). 0.5 points will be awarded per year of documented experience (maximum 1 point).
  4. Knowledge of the regulatory framework for clinical research, including Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and regulatory and ethical processes applicable to clinical trials.
  5. Up to a maximum of 2 points will be awarded as follows:
    - Accredited training in GCP and/or clinical trial regulation (1 point)
    - Demonstrable practical experience in applying this knowledge to clinical trial management, regulatory procedures, or ethical processes (1 point).

The aforementioned requirements must be accredited by a certificate from a competent body or a sworn statement.

Contract details:

  • Type of contract:  Scientific-technical activities contract. (Art. 23 bis of the Science and Technology Law 14/2011) 
    Category: Scientific Staff - UCAI/Lab Specialist Technician. Manager 
  • Weekly hours: 35h/week (100%)
  • Gross annual salary : €31,500.00
  • Estimated duration:  12 months, renewable - The contract is linked to the duration of the project / activity / funding.

Other considerations:

Selection Process:

  • Based on the points obtained in the merit assessment, at least the three best candidates will be selected for a personal interview. This interview will assess communication skills, work aptitude, and abilities, with a maximum of 3 points awarded. Only candidates who obtain at least 50% of the points for the assessable merits will be eligible for the interview phase.
  • After the position is filled, if the selected candidate declines the contract, the hiring committee may decide to award the position to the next candidate on the score list.

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[Please note that although this role is associated with ECRIN, the position is advertised and hired by IBIMA and based in Malaga, Spain. The job description has also been translated from Spanish from the original posting.]