Universität St. Gallen
St.Gallen
Consultant: Funding Instruments (m/f/d)
- 17 July 2026
- 100%
- St.Gallen
Job summary
Das Grants Office St.Gallen supports researchers in their projects. It offers guidance throughout the project cycle.
Tasks
- Advising researchers on suitable funding instruments and applications.
- Supporting research projects from application to reporting stages.
- Communicating funding opportunities and creating media products.
Skills
- Completed higher education degree; PhD is a plus.
- Strong experience in conducting independent research projects.
- Excellent German and English language skills (C1 level).
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About the job
The Grants Office St.Gallen is part of the Vice-Rectorate for Research & Faculty and supports researchers at the University of St.Gallen (HSG), the University of Teacher Education St.Gallen (PHSG), and the Eastern Switzerland University of Applied Sciences (OST). We accompany researchers throughout the entire project cycle: We assist in finding suitable funding instruments, in the preparation and submission of applications, as well as in the administration of awarded research funds.
Your tasks
- Advising researchers from HSG, OST, and PHSG on the selection of appropriate funding instruments (Swiss National Science Foundation SNF, Innosuisse, EU, departmental research, research-promoting foundations) and in the preparation of funding applications to national, European, and international funding institutions. Actively informing researchers about funding opportunities also within the framework of topic-specific events.
- Supporting research projects throughout the entire project life cycle (application, contract preparation, reporting, etc.).
- Proactively identifying and approaching HSG, OST, and PHSG researchers or research groups with potential for specific applications.
- Communication of HSG research/science communication: e.g. creation and maintenance of various media products such as newsletters, website (intra- and internet), reports, etc.
Your profile
- Successfully completed university degree; a doctorate is an advantage
- At least two years of solid professional experience in the relevant field
- Proven experience in independently conducting research projects
- Initial project experience as well as basic knowledge in fundraising and application preparation
- Very good German and English skills (level C1) in spoken and written form
"A place that creates knowledge" - As one of Europe’s leading business universities, the University of St.Gallen (HSG) is committed to educating over 10,000 students and offers an attractive and innovative environment in research, teaching, continuing education, and administration to around 3,500 employees as one of the largest employers in the region."
