EMBL Benefits Overview

Lead the implementation and ongoing development of SPARKHub, an international platform for sustainable research practices. The role oversees scientific operations, platform content, certification and peer-review processes, stakeholder engagement, programme planning, reporting, suppliers, and a small agile team. The director will represent SPARKHub internationally, ensure content quality and credibility, monitor developments in sustainable research, and coordinate with EMBO functions to maintain an efficient and compliant programme.

Coordinate ELIXIR’s governance bodies, including board and advisory committees; prepare agendas, briefings, reports, minutes, and decision records; support institutional agreements, appointments, memberships, governance documentation, and compliance activities. The role connects international stakeholders, improves governance workflows, and supports responsible use of digital and AI-enabled tools while working with Legal Services, Operations, and External Relations.

Administer and improve Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune, Active Directory, Windows, and hybrid infrastructure. Lead endpoint management, cloud migrations, technical projects, monitoring, security, documentation, troubleshooting, and user support. Support Linux desktop services and help evaluate replacement solutions. Provide technical expertise, training, and service improvements for a research organization.