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CALL FOR THE POSITION OF THE DIRECTOR GENERAL OF THE HELLENIC PASTEUR INSTITUTE

23 Feb 2024

Job Information

Organisation/Company
HELLENIC PASTEUR INSTITUTE
Research Field
Biological sciences » Biology
Chemistry » Biochemistry
Neurosciences » Neurobiology
Neurosciences » Neuroinformatics
Medical sciences » Health sciences
Medical sciences » Epidemiology
Medical sciences » Medicine
Researcher Profile
Leading Researcher (R4)
Country
Greece
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Hours Per Week
40
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

The Hellenic Pasteur Institute invites applications for the position of Director General, according to the provisions of the bilateral agreement between the Greek Government, the Institut Pasteur in Paris and the Hellenic Pasteur Institute (Law 4528/2018), and the general legislative framework in force for Research and Technology (Law 4310/2014, 4386/2016).

    The Director General manages the Hellenic Pasteur Institute, ensures the implementation of the Executive Board’s decisions, as well as the proper functioning of the H.P.I., according to the policies set by the Executive Board.

    In particular, the Director General is, among others, Head of all Research, Administrative and other services and proposes to the Executive Board the strategic plan for the Institute. Also, he/she defines the scientific scopes of the H.P.I. and supervises the implementation of all research programs.

    The term is for four (4) years, subject to one renewal and the position is full-time.

    The Director General may exercise research activity in the H.P.I. If he/she is a Professor, he can teach one class per semester. Professors must obtain a status of part-time in the University, and the respective decision must be submitted to the H.P.I. within a reasonable period following their appointment.

    Requirements

    Research Field
    Biological sciences
    Education Level
    PhD or equivalent
    Research Field
    Neurosciences
    Education Level
    PhD or equivalent
    Research Field
    Medical sciences
    Education Level
    PhD or equivalent
    Skills/Qualifications

    Candidates for the post of the Director General:

    • Must be internationally accredited scientists, possessing the qualifications of a Researcher Grade A΄ or a Full Professor. The qualifications of a Researcher Grade A΄ in particular, are the following:
    • Proven ability to develop research and its applications in new fields, to coordinate activities in broader areas of research and technological development, to contribute to the formulation of research and technological policy, as well as the development of research organizations by means of attracting funding.
    • International recognition for contributing to scientific and technological aspects of his / her area of expertise, contribution to the dissemination and application of the know-how generated through research, internationally established record of monographs or publications in internationally recognized peer-reviewed scientific journals, or significant patents. Finally, his / her contribution to the progress of science and technology must be acknowledged by other Researchers.
    • Must have considerable scientific experience in the fields of interest of the Hellenic Pasteur Institute, or in the field of Public Health in general
    • Must possess administrative and managerial skills and the ability to prepare a strategic plan, as well as in managing and developing Human Resources
    • Must have excellent knowledge of the Greek language. Non Greek citizens are requested to certify excellent knowledge of the Greek language, according to the provisions in paragraph 4, article 28 of the Presidential Decree 50/2001, as amended and applies
    • At the time of submitting their application candidates must not be over 63 years of age
    • Must have excellent knowledge of the English language, certified according to the provisions in paragraph 2, article 28 of the Presidential Decree 50/2001, as amended and applies, or by any other appropriate means
    • Knowledge of the French language will be considered an additional asset
    • Must have no criminal record
    Languages
    GREEK
    Level
    Excellent
    Languages
    ENGLISH
    Level
    Excellent
    Internal Application form(s) needed
    1424-CALL FOR THE POST OF THE D.G._02 2024_signed.pdf
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    Additional Information

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    Work Location(s)

    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    HELLENIC PASTEUR INSTITUTE
    Country
    Greece
    City
    ATHENS
    Postal Code
    11521
    Street
    VASSILISSIS SOFIAS AVENUE 127

    Contact

    City
    ATHENS
    Website
    Street
    127, VASILISSIS SOFIAS AVENUE
    Postal Code
    11521
    E-Mail
    prosopiko@pasteur.gr
    Phone
    +30 210 6478857
    +30 210 6478858