**Head of HR (REF. 2024-015-P0002)**
Research at CRM covers a wide spectrum of fields, from the most fundamental areas (algebra/number theory/geometry/topology, analysis and PDEs, combinatorics and dynamical systems) to applied mathematics (in the fields of biomedicine, climate change mitigation and adaptation and natural hazards).
The center is distinguished as a Maria de Maeztu Unit of Excellence by the Spanish Ministry of Economy and Competitiveness (2020 Call) and holds the HRS4R award (Human Resources Strategy for Research; awarded by the European Commission) since 2016. The Unit hosts approximately 80 senior researchers and affiliated researchers from UPC's, UB's and UAB's Mathematics departments. Five of them are ERC Grantees.
Regarding training and exchange of knowledge, the CRM organizes 3-4 intensive research programs every year, welcoming 400 visiting researchers per year on average. Its aim is to connect the Catalan mathematics community with world-class practitioners (about 70% of the participants are international).
**The CRM in Barcelona is seeking a**:
**Job Title**: Head of HR
**Area or group**: Manager
**Applications will be accepted within 10 working days from the day following the publication of the announcement of this call in the Official Gazette of the Generalitat de Catalunya (DOGC).**
**TASKS & RESPONSABILITIES**:
- Develop, implement and ensure the HR policies aligned with the research center’s goals and labor law.
- Lead the recruitment and selection processes for scientific, technical, and administrative roles: detection of needs, drafting of jobs and advertisements, publication of job offers, pre-selection of CVs, interviews, recruitment of staff and trainees. Management of foreigners' files so that the external consultancy can carry out the legal procedures, up to obtaining work visas, monitoring to anticipate expiry dates and renewals.
- Manage talent acquisition and retention programs, ensuring the center attracts and retains scientific talent at both national and international levels.
- Develop and implement training and development programs to ensure continuous professional growth for staff members, with a focus on research and scientific excellence: onboarding of staff, definition of the training plan, coordination of FUNDAE, organization and monitoring of training activities, coordinate the Mentoring Plan, implement and update of the institution’s Equality & HRS4R Plans, convening the Monitoring Committee and carrying out the actions set out in theirs plans.
- Oversee employee relations, including performance management, career development, and conflict resolution: notification of changes (new staff, dismissals, etc.) and payroll incidents, work permits, disciplinary proceedings, etc.
- Coordinate occupational health and safety procedures (drills, medical check-ups, occupational safety committee, etc.)
- Carry out compliance and improvement studies of the remuneration policy.
- Promote policies, procedures, activities that help to contribute to improving the working environment and organizational culture.
- Serve as the main point of contact for internal communication on HR policies, guidelines, and changes.
**REQUIREMENTS**:
- Bachelor/master’s degree in Labour Sciences, Law, Psychology or similar.
- Specific training in human resources and labour relations.
- Minimum 5 year of experience in a similar position.
- Ability to work in a multilingual environment (English, Catalan and Spanish).
**It will be valued**:
- Experience in public research centres.
- Knowledge of the basic applicable regulations (Science Law, labour regulations )
**WE ALSO EXPECT THE CANDIDATE TO BE/HAVE**:
- Proactive
- Adaptable attitude
- Leadership and good organizational skills
- Program management
- Team player
- Excellent customer service
**CONTRACT DETAILS**:
- Full-time (37,5h/week).
- Estimated start date: As soon as possible - before 1/12/2024.
- Duration of contract: permanent contract.
- Location: CRM facilities.
- Flexible working hours and teleworking option.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Salary set by collective agreement depending on qualifications and experience.
**EVALUATION PROCESS AND CRITERIA**
The selection process will be evaluated by members from the CRM staff. This process consists of:
Applicants must submit a:
**a. Curriculum vitae.**
**b. Motivation letter.**
**c. Copy of the qualifications.**
**d. Copy of the payment of the fee.**
**1. Professional categories of group A**:
- **General rate**: 56.00 euros.
- ** With the bonus per member of a single-parent family or a large family in the general category**: 35.00 euros.
- **With the bonus per member of a single-parent family or a large family of a special category**: 21.00 euros.
Payment of the fee must be made through Caixabank with the ‘Payment to third party’ method, using one of to the following options:
**o Via CaixaBank Now: ES8901826035420201610361**
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