Deadline 12/01/2026 Centre / Institution: Centre for Research in Agricultural Genomics
CRAG is seeking a Talent Attraction & Academic Officer to provide technical, administrative and operational support for academic programmes, talent attraction initiatives, onboarding processes and career-development activities for early-career researchers.
The position will work closely with the Human Resources Unit, the Projects & International Affairs Office, the Scientific Direction, and the Academic Committees, ensuring smooth coordination of academic procedures, onboarding and mobility processes for researchers.
This position is part of the MAGNET project, funded by the Spanish State Research Agency (AEI), aimed at strengthening CRAG’s capacity in international talent attraction, researcher support and academic development.
Key responsibilities

Promote CRAG vacancies across academic and international platforms (EURAXESS, ResearchGate, LinkedIn) including support in CRAG’s participation in talent fairs, university events and scientific meetings.
Identify potential candidates for competitive fellowships (MSCA, EMBO, La Caixa) as a host institution, contributing to CRAG employer branding and improvements in CRAG’s talent-related communication.
Monitor national and international fellowship calls and eligibility requirements (pre‑award).

Researcher Onboarding & Mobility Support

Coordinate onboarding procedures for new researchers, ensuring a smooth and positive start experience creating an international point of contact for practical information (local guidance and services).
Support mobility‑related processes in coordination with CRAG’s external mobility provider.
Assist HR in welcome sessions and research integration activities.

Training, Career Development & Academic Programme Support

Provide operational support for the CRAG Training Plan, including registrations, certificates and platform updates.
Assist in mentoring and career‑development activities for early‑career researchers.
Support institutional relations with universities for Bachelor, Master and PhD programmes, coordinating academic documentation, calendars and enrolment periods for PhD and postdoctoral researchers.
Assist PhD personnel with academic procedures and help organize evaluation and mentoring meetings with the Academic Committee.
Contribute to the monitoring and reporting of KPIs across all assigned areas (talent attraction, onboarding and mobility, training and academic programme support).

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