The LUMES Unit of Excellence at the University of Salamanca is seeking an Administrative Manager. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join a long-term project, managing the essential administrative tasks for the proper functioning of the Unit. This role is crucial for LUMES to achieve the María de Maeztu national excellence accreditation.
About us:
LUMES brings together some 50 researchers working in cutting-edge areas such as Optics, Photonics, Materials Science, and Magnetism, belonging to the University of Salamanca and the Center for Pulsed Lasers. For more information about LUMES and its activities, visit our website.
Tasks:
√ Processing and managing research project expenses for researchers at the LUMES Unit.
√ Managing purchases and tenders in accordance with current regulations.
√ Managing and processing travel arrangements for researchers at the LUMES Unit.
√ Managing the LUMES Unit’s budget.
√ Preparing financial and administrative reports.
√ Supporting the management of contracts and agreements related to LUMES Unit projects.
√ Communicating and coordinating with funding agencies and collaborating entities.
√ Providing administrative advice and support to LUMES researchers.
√ Assisting in the organization of events and other communication activities for the Unit.
The following will be considered an asset:
√ Previous experience in administrative management at research centers or academic institutions.
√ Training in areas related to Business Administration, Economics, Public Management and Administration, or in fields related to LUMES’s subject areas (Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Mathematics).
√ Knowledge of public procurement regulations, purchasing, and grant management.
√ Ability to organize and efficiently manage multiple tasks.
√ Ability to work as part of a team with researchers and other managers.
√ English proficiency.
Conditions:
√ Full-time. Flexible hours.
√ Collaborative work environment, supporting the administrative management of a newly created Research Unit/Center.
√ Remuneration: €2,100/month gross, 12 payments.
√ Contract duration: 2 years and 8 months.
√ Start date: April 20, 2026.
√ Work location: University of Salamanca, LUMES Research Unit, Historic Center Campus.
√ Application deadline: March 18, 2026.
Link to the call for applications and document submission: https://sede.usal.es/tablon/anuncio/10424/
Contact: lumes@usal.es
This contract is financed with funds from the ERDF 2021-2027 (Ladder of Excellence CLU-2023-1-02)