R&D Project Manager

About IRIS and Our Mission

IRIS Technology Solutions is a deep tech advanced engineering company, specialised in the development and manufacture of cutting-edge real-time process monitoring and control solutions based on Photonics and AI. As a leading player (ranked Top 5 among Spanish SMEs) in the European Innovation Ecosystem, IRIS is active in a strong portfolio of high-impact R&D projects funded by competitive public programs that drive industrial digitisation, sustainability, and the circular economy, in collaboration with leading industries, universities and research institutes across Europe.

Our Project Management Office (PMO) is currently seeking a highly motivated and proactive R&D Project Manager to join our growing team.

Your Role as R&D Project Manager

You will be a key member of a passionate group of project leaders delivering complex, high-value European and national R&D and innovation projects across a range of industrial domains. This role combines strategic coordination with hands-on delivery, making it an ideal opportunity for an enthusiastic professional who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments at the cutting edge of science and technology. The successful candidate will also play a strategic role in the growth of our innovation portfolio, through the strategic development of competitive project proposals.

Key Responsibilities in Project Management

• Lead the internal planning, execution, and reporting of ongoing R&D projects, primarily under Horizon Europe and national funding schemes.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary and cross-functional internal teams and external partners (industry, academia, research).
• Facilitate and ensure timely delivery of project milestones, technical deliverables (ensuring high standards of quality), and financial reports, effectively monitoring status of project risks, and ensuring compliance with internal and contractual requirements.
• Lead communication between IRIS, the European Commission (or other funding bodies), project partners, industrial end-users, and external stakeholders.
• Represent IRIS at project meetings, reviews, and external events.