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GrantLift

Research Associate, Funding Management – Working Student

GrantLift

. Prepare technical project descriptions and formulate them in a manner suitable for expert assessment .

Posted 9/29/2026part-timeRemote • GermanyEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in preparing technical project descriptions and formulating funding strategies for innovative projects, with strong communication skills in both German and English for professional negotiations.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Technical Project Description PreparationFunding Strategy DevelopmentInnovative Project AnalysisFluent German CommunicationFluent English Communication

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Hard Skills
STEM DegreeProject ManagementFunding ComplianceMilestone PlanningTimeline Development
Soft Skills
InitiativeDiligenceStructured ApproachComplex Topic GraspPolished Communication
Industry Keywords
Funding ProgramsResearch InstitutionsExpert AssessmentWork PackagesState of the Art Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Prepare technical project descriptions and formulate them in a manner suitable for expert assessment
  • Identify the innovative aspects of clients’ projects
  • Translate clients’ projects into funding-compliant work packages, milestones, and timelines
  • Analyze the current state of the art to distinguish and substantiate the project’s innovative aspects
  • Develop and plan funding strategies for companies and research institutions
  • Screen relevant funding programs and their requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • You are pursuing a master’s degree (or an advanced bachelor’s degree) in a STEM field
  • You can communicate with scientific precision and express yourself in a polished, structured manner
  • You have a quick grasp of complex topics and can familiarize yourself with them rapidly
  • Initiative, diligence, and a structured approach to work
  • Fluent German and English skills, including professional-level negotiation proficiency

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Gain exciting insights into the latest technologies and R&D trends, from start-ups to large corporations
  • Make a lasting contribution to Germany’s economic strength by enabling forward-looking innovations through your work
  • Laptop of your choice
  • Choice of macOS or Windows operating system
  • Flexible working hours of 16–20 hours per week, adaptable to your lecture schedule
  • Career prospects with the option to transition to a permanent position