The IMDEA Software Institute (Madrid Institute for Advanced Studies in Software Development Technologies) is a non-profit research institute promoted by the Regional Government of Madrid, Spain. The Institute’s goal is to perform the research of excellence required to devise methods that enable the cost-effective development of software products with sophisticated functionality and high quality, i.e., secure, reliable, and efficient.
The IMDEA Software Institute is committed to excellence in research and to foster technology transfer to the industrial sector. The Institute attracts talent from all over the world and has built a truly international environment.
The IMDEA Software Institute is located in the Montegancedo Science and Technology Park in the outskirts of the vibrant city of Madrid, Spain.
More information about the Institute can be found at: https://software.imdea.org
The IMDEA Software Institute is looking for a talented and enthusiastic Research Manager.
The Research Manager will be responsible for implementing internal procedures to ensure compliance with all requirements associated with the María de Maeztu grant recently awarded to IMDEA Software. In addition to these tasks, the Research Manager will support the General Manager in a wide range of administrative activities, including managing public tender processes, assisting researchers with travel arrangements, and addressing any other administrative needs that may arise.
The responsibilities of the selected candidate include, but are not limited to:
Candidates should meet the following requirements:
In addition to the above requirements, the following capabilities and knowledge will be considered a plus:
We offer a permanent contract. IMDEA Software considers the skills and expertise of its staff to be its most valuable asset and places significant emphasis on continuous training. We provide flexible working conditions to help reconcile personal and professional life. The Institute is strongly goal-oriented, and performance evaluations are based on both personal objectives and team achievements.
The selected candidate will work with outstanding professionals in a dynamic, international environment, with constant exposure to cutting-edge technologies that foster the acquisition of new skills. They will collaborate closely with experienced senior team members to gain expertise and autonomy.
The starting date will be as soon as possible once the selection process has been completed.
Applicants interested in the position should submit their application at https://careers.software.imdea.org/
Please select the option: Other and reference code: 2025-11-other-researchmanager.
The application should include:
Applications should be received by December 6, 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they arrive.
The recruitment process will comply with the IMDEA Software Institute’s OTM-R Policy (Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment).
For enquiries about the position, please contact Human Resources Dpt. ().
