Following a series of newly awarded projects, we are expanding our team with a Project Manager who thrives at the intersection of research & innovation, business, and marketing. In this role, you will lead the delivery of Horizon Europe projects and play a central part in shaping our next wave of grants.
The ideal candidate brings solid experience in Dissemination, Communication & Exploitation within Horizon Europe, a hands-on approach to proposal writing, and a genuine enthusiasm for turning breakthrough science into real-world impact.
Manage and implement 2–3 projects funded under Horizon Europe, ensuring delivery against scope, timeline, and budget.Coordinate internal and external project resources, keeping all parties aligned on requirements, deadlines, and milestones.Monitor and report on project activities, results, and resource allocation, ensuring transparency and accountability.Contribute to the preparation of new Horizon Europe grants, including concept development, partner scouting, and drafting.Build synergies and business opportunities within the European R&D ecosystem.
Proven track record in Horizon Europe proposal writing.Bachelor's degree or higher in science, engineering, marketing, or business — or equivalent professional experience.Excellent project management and presentation skills.Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English.Creative, proactive thinking with a genuine interest in research and innovation.Strong storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex science into compelling narratives for proposals and dissemination activities.Proficiency in additional European languages (Spanish, French, German, or Italian) is a plus.
This is a full-time, fully remote freelance position based on a 5-day working week. Applications are open exclusively to candidates residing in Europe with the legal right to work on a freelance basis.
AUSTRALO is a marketing agency rooted in Research and Innovation. Our mission is to transform the unique value of breakthrough ideas into positive impact—turning early-stage high potential into tangible results, widespread adoption, and growth. We partner with bold teams in Deep Tech, Industry 5.0 and Fast-track Innovation to create a competitive edge from Lab to Market.
With a track record across 55 EU-funded projects since 2020, we bring our network and full-stack service portfolio in Dissemination, Exploitation, Communication and Ecosystem Building. Day-to-day, we collaborate through Slack and email, complemented by regular video calls to stay aligned.