Want to understand how the "EU Green Deal" gets implemented on the ground? This is your opportunity.

ECCSEL ERIC is the world’s largest research infrastructure for Carbon Capture (CCUS) and Removal (CDR). We connect over 150 facilities across 7 European countries. To keep this massive infrastructure expanding and developing, we rely on external funding and complex European projects.

We are looking for an EU Project Staff Member to join our Operations Centre in Trondheim. You will work directly with our Director of Operations & Projects, ensuring that our portfolio of EU-funded grants runs smoothly, compliantly, and effectively. This is a high-exposure role where you will master the ins and outs of grant agreements, consortium management, and international collaboration.

"In this role, you are the engine that keeps our projects moving. You will be working closely with me and our team to ensure that we don't just win proposals, but deliver on them with excellence. We are a lean team handling a large portfolio, so I am looking for someone who loves structure, spots the details others miss, and is eager to learn how European research infrastructure really works. Looking forward to meeting you!"
— Volker Röhling, Director of Operations & Projects

What you will do

• Support: Assist in the daily administration of EU and nationally funded projects, keeping track of reporting schedules and deliverables.
• Manage: Handle the technical details—populating EU project portals, preparing grant agreements, and maintaining consortium documentation.
• Monitor: Keep an eye on project plans, resources, and milestones to ensure we stay on track.
• Collaborate: Communicate with partners across Europe to ensure tasks are completed on time.
• Implement: Take responsibility for- or provide input to project deliverables.
• Grow: Contribute to writing proposals for future projects, helping to secure the next phase of ECCSEL’s growth.

Who you are

• Education: You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Project Management, Administration, Natural Sciences, or Engineering.
• Experience: You have 2+ years of experience participating in or coordinating European Commission (EC) Framework Programmes (e.g., Horizon Europe). You know your way around a Grant Agreement.
• Skills: You are organized and detail-oriented. You spot the error in the spreadsheet before anyone else.
• Communication: You have excellent written and verbal skills in English.
  
  

Your Personal Attributes

• ·         Self-motivated, proactive, collaborative and solution oriented.
• ·         Reliable and trustworthy.
• ·         Quality-focused and service minded.
  
  

Why ECCSEL? (What we offer you)

The Context: There is no better place to learn the mechanics of European Science Policy. You will gain exposure to CCUS, CDR, and Low Carbon Energy Storage technologies across 7 countries.

• The Mentorship: You will work alongside experienced professionals who are ready to share their knowledge.
• The Culture: A friendly, international team based in Trondheim. We work in English, we avoid unnecessary bureaucracy, and we value initiative.
  
  

The Practicalities

• Language: English is our working language. Norwegian is desirable but not required.
• Benefits: Excellent pension and insurance schemes, flexible working hours.
• Location: Trondheim, Norway’s vibrant technology and student capital. Enjoy easy access to nature, a thriving city vibe, and the famous Scandinavian work-life balance.
  
  

How do I apply?

Send us an e-mail with your CV and some words of your choice to jobs@eccsel.eu.

The application deadline is February 23rd, 2026.

We can't wait to get to know you!