Summary
The ETRO.RDI research group within the Department of Electronics & Informatics at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is seeking a Senior Postdoctoral Researcher – Research Manager to assist with the coordination, growth, and outreach of a research group led by Prof. Nikos Deligiannis. The role combines research support, project coordination, competitive proposal development, and external representation centered around advanced AI, autonomous systems, and healthcare applications, including work related to the ERC Consolidator Grant IONIAN.
Senior Postdoctoral Researcher – Research Manager, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium
Designation
Senior Postdoctoral Researcher – Research Manager
Role Summary
| Field | Details |
| Job Title | Senior Postdoctoral Researcher – Research Manager |
| Institution | Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) |
| Department / Faculty | Department of Electronics & Informatics (ETRO.RDI), Faculty of Engineering |
| Workload | Full-time (1 FTE) |
| Contract Duration | 12 months (extendable annually subject to positive evaluation, at least until May 2030) |
| Expected Start Date | October 1, 2026 (or as early as possible thereafter) |
| Primary Location | Brussels Humanities, Sciences & Engineering Campus (Elsene), Belgium |
| Application Deadline | July 31, 2026 |
Research Area
- Artificial Intelligence for Autonomous Systems
- Cooperative Autonomous Ground and Aerial Vehicles
- Intelligent Sensing
- Healthcare AI
Location
Brussels Humanities, Sciences & Engineering Campus (Elsene), Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium (limited teleworking/remote options available weekly based on group activities).
Eligibility / Qualification
Required Qualifications
- Education: PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, AI, Machine Learning, Signal Processing, Robotics, Autonomous Systems, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of postdoctoral or equivalent research experience.
- Track Record: Demonstrated experience in funding acquisition, project coordination, and external partner collaborations.
- Language Proficiency: Excellent written and oral English communication skills (C1 level required or willingness to obtain it promptly).
- Work Authorization: Must meet conditions for obtaining a valid permit and comply with VUB residence requirements (for both EEA and non-EEA nationals).
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills
- Strong experience in scientific project writing and grant proposal preparation.
- Fluency in Dutch and/or good working knowledge of French.
- Proven ability to balance scientific maturity with strong organizational and project coordination skills.
- Experience in mentoring or co-supervising junior researchers.
Job Description
1. Project Management
- Coordinate ongoing research projects, oversee timelines, manage milestones/deliverables, and monitor research quality.
- Assist with project administrative and financial follow-ups, including budget monitoring, procurement support, and grant reporting.
2. Proposal Development & Funding Acquisition
- Identify competitive funding calls across regional, national, European, and innovation-oriented schemes.
- Lead and support the drafting of new project proposals, consortium building, and bid preparation.
3. External Representation & Outreach
- Build and nurture partnerships with academic, industrial, and public-sector organizations.
- Organize and manage dissemination activities, scientific visits, promotional campaigns, and group events.
4. Teaching & Mentoring Support
- Deliver limited teaching to Master’s students for the 3 ECTS course “Soft Skills for Applied Computer Scientists”.
- Provide senior technical and scientific guidance to ongoing projects and support the supervision of junior researchers.
How to Apply
Submit your application online through the VUB Jobs Portal by uploading the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover / Motivation Letter
- Copy of PhD Diploma (not required for VUB alumni)
For questions regarding job content, contact Prof. Nikos Deligiannis at nikos.deligiannis@vub.be or phone +32 2 629 16 83.
Last Date for Apply
July 31, 2026
