MIRRI-ERIC is hiring a Project and Financial Manager for the project MICROBES-4-CLIMATE.

Braga (Portugal), 7 October 2024 – The Microbial Resource Research Infrastructure, part of the European Research Infrastructure Consortium MICROBES-4-CLIMATE, is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Project and Financial Manager for the Horizon Europe-funded project, MICROBES-4-CLIMATE.

About MICROBES-4-CLIMATE: MICROBES-4-CLIMATE is a groundbreaking project funded by Horizon Europe, with a mission to address climate change risks for biodiversity, agricultural, and forestry ecosystems. The project aims to facilitate curiosity-driven research and advance frontier knowledge by providing a wider community of users and researchers with access to world-class Research Infrastructures and integrated, advanced services.

 

Role and Responsibilities: The Project and Financial Manager of MICROBES-4-CLIMATE will support the project coordinator in the execution of WP9 tasks (Project Management) and in the supervision of WP8 (Visibility and Outreach), until the completion of D9.12 – Pre-reporting budget update 3, Pre-reporting update amendment to duly reflect flexible budget reallocations to prioritised joint research and access service provision in accordance with project’s governance stipulations – update 3, due on month 48.

The successful candidate will coordinate and supervise all processes to ensure the management environment and associated support for the efficient and timely implementation of the project activities. This person will also ensure the preparation and timely delivery of WP9 Deliverables, and support, review and submit the other project Deliverables and Milestones.

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MICROBES-4-CLIMATE Project was presented at the Workshop “Research Infrastructures Towards Agroecological Transition – How to Boost Our Impact by Working Together?”, organized by the AgroServ project

Braga (Portugal), 3rd of October 2024 – MICROBES-4-CLIMATE Project was presented at the Workshop “Research Infrastructures Towards Agroecological Transition – How to Boost Our Impact by Working Together?”, organized by the AgroServ project

Nelson Lima, co-coordinator of the Transnational Access Program of the Horizon Europe project MICROBES-4-CLIMATE, coordinator of the Portuguese Node of the Microbial Resource Research Infrastructure – European Research Infrastructure Consortium (MIRRI-ERIC) and full professor at the University of Minho presented the most recent achievements of Microbes-4-Climate at the workshop “Research Infrastructures Towards Agroecological Transition – How to Boost Our Impact by Working Together?” organised by AgroServ.

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AgroServ Project Transnational Access / Virtual Access Call for Agro-Food Research, Featuring Participation from MIRRI-ERIC Partners BCCM and INRAE

Braga (Portugal), 27th of September 2024 – AgroServ Project Transnational Access / Virtual Access Call for Agro-Food Research, Featuring Participation from MIRRI-ERIC Partners BCCM and INRAE

The AgroServ project has an open Transnational Access (TNA) and Virtual Access (VA) call, offering unique opportunities for researchers in the agro-food sector. This call provides access to a wide range of cutting-edge facilities and resources across Europe to foster innovative research in agro-food systems. The Microbial Resource Research Infrastructure  – European Research Infrastructure Consortium (MIRRI-ERIC) is proud to contribute to this initiative through its key partners BCCM (Belgian Coordinated Collections of Microorganisms) and INRAE (French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment), both of which are integral to advancing microbial research for the agro-food industry.

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MIRRI-ERIC IS HIRING A CHIEF OF OPERATIONS OFFICER

Braga (Portugal), 27th of September 2024 – MIRRI-ERIC IS HIRING A CHIEF OF OPERATIONS OFFICER  

The Microbial Resource Research Infrastructure – European Research Infrastructure Consortium (MIRRI-ERIC) is seeking a dynamic and experienced CHIEF OF OPERATIONS OFFICER (COO) to oversee the day-to-day operations of our pan-European research infrastructure. The COO will work closely with the Executive Director and other senior executives to implement strategic initiatives, manage resources, and optimize processes to drive operational efficiency and support the growth of the organization.

MIRRI-ERIC (Microbial Resource Research Infrastructure – European Research Infrastructure Consortium) is a pan-European distributed research infrastructure dedicated to the preservation, investigation, and valorization of microbial resources and biodiversity. By fostering collaboration among researchers, institutions, and stakeholders, MIRRI-ERIC aims to unlock the immense potential of microorganisms to address pressing global challenges, including health, agriculture, and environmental sustainability.

We are a young, enthusiastic and dynamic team working with the largest collections of microbial resources in Europe, providing invaluable support to researchers in their quest to harness the power of microbes. Through innovative initiatives and groundbreaking discoveries, MIRRI-ERIC is committed to enhancing public health, improving food security, and promoting responsible environmental practices, paving the way for a healthier and more sustainable future for all.

We invite you to join us on this remarkable journey. Together, we can harness the vast potential of microbial resources and work towards a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone.

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