Research Support and Valorization consists of the Research Support Office (RSO) and startup helpdesk The Gate. RSO supports and unburdens researchers with obtaining external funding for their research and developing project proposals. At The Gate, business developers and IP-experts offer support in translating research results into successful innovations and new companies.
Are you passionate about scientific research and technology? Do you thrive in an innovative environment, surrounded by experts who share your enthusiasm? Are you excited about navigating the intricate world of funding and helping researchers achieve their goals? Do you possess strategic thinking skills and love empowering researchers to turn their visions into reality? Do you enjoy fostering connections between academia and industry, and acting as a content-driven leader? If your answer is a resounding "yes" to these questions, we want to hear from you! Let's connect and explore how we can collaborate to make a difference in the world of research.
As an Institute Program Manager, you will be engaged in a diverse range of activities related to research funding acquisition, proposal and project development, strategic thinking and stakeholder management to meet industrial needs, and providing support to a wide variety of researchers. In your role as a Program Manager, you will assist researchers in identifying attractive funding opportunities, refining their research ideas, and funding strategy, coordinating (inter-)national consortia, linking researchers' competencies with industry needs, and articulating their research vision with clarity and precision. You will collaborate closely with researchers, other Institute Program Managers and Project Development officers (PDOs) from the TU/e departments involved in the Casimir Institute, as well as industrial fellows and the research centers, and colleagues in supporting roles such as finance, legal, and HR. The focus of your activities will be part of the foundational technologies domain, which is one of the four research domains within the Casimir Institute.
The Research Support Office (RSO) is the central Research Support Office of TU/e and consists of a small, close-knit team of professionals who support the scientific staff in applying for European and national grants for research. The RSO team further consists of research funding advisors, grant consultants, corporate lawyers, and project managers.
As Institute Program Manager Casimir you will be embedded in the RSO and from there be allocated to work for Casimir. You will become part of a larger team of Institute Program Managers and Research Support staff for other TU/e institutes such as EAISI, EIRES and ICMS. This allows knowledge exchange and team building with colleagues with a similar role, albeit for a different institute. See also https://www.tue.nl/en/research/research-support-network/research-support-office
You will be positioned in the Casimir Institute and be part of the TU/e-wide research support network. This is a position that offers lots of freedom and opportunities to define and shape your role, and ample space for personal development and growth. Your daily activities consist of:
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Proactively supporting researchers in the acquisition of research projects.
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Matching opportunities to the expertise and research interests of researchers in the institute by communicating the current and future developments in both the national and European funding landscape.
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Helping build consortia, by enriching the researchers’ network with internal or external collaborators.
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Be an influencing member in relevant (NL and EU) networks.
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Have deep understanding of specific collaborative programs in the national and European funding landscape
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Form, build and maintain communities around foundational technologies where researchers from various departments collaborate.
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Manage the proposal development of complex, multi-disciplinary projects proposals, in good cooperation with departmental research support (PDOs and others).
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Initiate and create research programs directly with industry.
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Strategic networking and lobbying to increase funding opportunities.
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Support the head of science for foundational technologies in creating and developing all the activities related to that domain.
Casimir Institute for future chips and high-tech systems
Chips and systems are the invisible infrastructure of modern life, powering AI, enabling green technologies, advancing healthcare, and driving digital transformation. The Casimir Institute catalyzes innovation across disciplines by bringing together 700 researchers under one roof, and delivering tangible solutions for a sustainable digital information society. Located in the heart of Europe’s Brainport region, we are establishing the Chips and Systems University of Europe. Our mission is to secure Europe’s technological sovereignty by accelerating innovation in chip technologies and high-tech systems, aligned with the European Chips Act and the Draghi Report. See also https://www.tue.nl/en/research/institutes/casimir-institute.
Foundational Technologies
The next generation of chips and computing systems will be built on foundational technologies that redefine how performance, efficiency, and intelligence are achieved.
The Foundational Technologies research domain operates in close interaction with the other three research domains - Design & Integration, Equipment & Components, and Materials & Processes. These domains inspire foundational research questions whose solutions, in turn, enable their continued advancement. At the same time, promising topics within Foundational Technologies (outlined below) are further developed for their potential to drive breakthroughs in future chips and systems.
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Quantum and novel computing paradigmsexplore quantum technologies and other non-classical approaches to computation, with an emphasis on hardware foundations. The focus is on developing fundamentally new ways of processing information that go beyond traditional computing architectures.
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Artificial intelligence and algorithmic methodsaddress techniques that enable learning, reasoning, optimization, and automated decision-making, forming the basis for intelligent and adaptive chips and systems.
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Advances are grounded in mathematical foundations, including mathematical models and digital twins that provide formal representations and simulations of future chips and systems. Such models support analysis, prediction, and informed decision-making across complex domains.
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Building on these foundations, software and system engineeringfocuses on software development and integration design, ensuring the effective implementation, scalability, and interoperability of chips and systems.
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Finally, trust, safety, and protectionunderpin technological developments by addressing security and resilience. This includes ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and robustness of chips and systems, enabling reliable operation even in the presence of failures or malicious threats.
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Preferably a Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering (or other relevant Engineering degree).
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At least 5 years of experience in a similar role
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Excellent networking, analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills.
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Ability to work independently, with a focus on results, and a deadline-driven approach.
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Fluent in English (both oral and written).
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Keen interest in cyber-physical systems, high-tech equipment, and the associated funding landscape, with experience or interest in grant writing.
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Experience with European and national projects, particularly in dealing with (inter)national Project Officers (POs) or policy makers.
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Ability to plan, organize events and monitor progress, including establishing review procedures, risk monitoring, document archiving, progress reporting, and providing administrative support.
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In-depth knowledge of industrial and other relevant stakeholders in the Brainport region.
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Excellent interpersonal skills, with a willingness to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment as a team player.
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Proven experience in working with scientists in a research-intensive environment.
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Create and maintain a network with departmental research support (PDOs and others) to jointly support the aims of the foundational technologies domain.
If you are concerned that you don’t meet all the requirements sufficiently, but the job does excite you, then be sure to respond, we would love to look at your profile.
An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students, on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture, you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:
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A monthly salary of minimum € 5,705 to maximum € 7,297 for full-time employment, depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 12 Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities).
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In addition to vacation pay, a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
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A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
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A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
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Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
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Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
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Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.
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A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.
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Unlimited access to the modern on‑campus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.
Here you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!
We are a leading international university where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.
Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven — a world‑leading tech region with more than 7,000 high‑tech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI, photonics, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.
Research Support and Valorization consists of the Research Support Office (RSO) and startup helpdesk The Gate. RSO supports and unburdens researchers with obtaining external funding for their research and developing project proposals. At The Gate, business developers and IP-experts offer support in translating research results into successful innovations and new companies.
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact Joost Kok, [email protected], Head of Science for the Foundational Technologies Domain.
Visit our website for more information about the application process. You can also contact [email protected].
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If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications. Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. We give priority to complete applications.
Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
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A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
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Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position, specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national, you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team ([email protected]) before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
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Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.
Type of employment: temporary employment with possibility of permanent employment | Contract type: full-time/part-time | Number of positions: 1 | Full-time equivalent: 0.8 - 1.0 FTE | City: Eindhoven | County: Noord-Brabant | Country: Netherlands | Reference number: 2026/248 | Published: 2026-04-15 | Last application date: 2026-06-14
