The Silicon Alps Cluster is a dynamic innovation network dedicated to strengthening the electronics and microelectronics sector in southern Austria. Driven by a passion for excellence, it boosts the competitiveness and innovative power of its members – from leading companies to renowned research institutions.
For the AT-C³ Competence Center, we are seeking a Project Manager Funding & Skills (m/f/d) to further develop innovation projects, coordinate funded initiatives, and drive skills development in the field of microelectronics and chip design.
Tasks
Business Development & Project Management
- Develop project concepts for SMEs and startups, in collaboration with our partners
- Coordinate and actively manage innovation and funded projects with customers as well as internal and external partners
- Ensure efficient project execution through structured planning, monitoring, reporting, and communication
- Identify and coordinate expert services within the European Chips Competence Centers network
Funding Projects
- Develop and manage funded (eligible) innovation projects
- Prepare projects for internal and external evaluation boards
- Create and structure project-related documentation, reports, analyses, and presentation materials
- Support internal project steering through regular reporting, evaluations, and performance tracking
Skills & Qualification Development
- Coordinate the Work Package “Skills” in close alignment with consortium partners
- Support and further develop education and training formats for industry, research institutions, and educational organizations
- Identify future competence requirements in the semiconductor sector and contribute to the development of qualification measures
Requirements
- Relevant academic background (e.g., Computer Engineering, Microelectronics, Electrical Engineering, Innovation Management, Embedded Electronics or equivalent qualification)
- Minimum 2 years of project responsibility experience
- Experience in managing funding projects and higher education programs
- Strong business development mindset with a customer-centric approach
- Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills
- Self-driven, adaptable, and resilient personality
- Fluent in German (C1/C2) and English (C1)
Offer
- A dynamic full-time position with challenging, diverse tasks and a high degree of trust and independence.
- Access to a broad network across industry, academia, and government in the unique and innovative ecosystem of the national semiconductor industry in Graz and Villach.
- Attractive benefits, including an e-carsharing pool in Graz, public transport subscription, or mileage allowance.
- A safe and attractive place to work and live between the Austrian Alps and the Adriatic Sea (Alpe-Adria).
Details about this job
Full Time (Permanent employment)
- Monday to Friday
- 40 hours
- Willingness to travel
Places of work
- Graz
- Villach
Must-have skills
- Project Management
- Budget Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Risk Management
- Funding Application
Details about this job
Full Time (Permanent employment)
- Monday to Friday
- 40 hours
- Willingness to travel
Places of work
- Graz
- Villach
Must-have skills
- Project Management
- Budget Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Risk Management
- Funding Application
Salary
The actual salary amounts to 63,000 € gross per month (on a 40-hour basis). The salary is paid 14 times per year.
Overtime
Any accrued overtime is covered by a flat-rate payment.
All infos regarding your application
Required application documents:
- Résumé
- Cover letter
Contact person
Charleen Bastian
