Project Manager

Role: Project Manager – Early-Stage Startup | EU-Funded R&D Project (PT2030)We're a biotech company and we are seeking a versatile and compliance-oriented Project Manager to join an early-stage startup implementing an EU-funded R&D project under Portugal 2030 (PT2030).This role combines hands-on startup execution with strict compliance, traceability and reporting requirements expected in European-funded projects. Location: [Porto / Hybrid] Contract: 24 months fixed-term contract (project-based)Scope of the roleThe Project Manager will be responsible for day-to-day project coordination, ensuring that technical, financial and dissemination activities are executed in full compliance with PT2030 rules, audit requirements and eligibility criteria, while actively contributing to the startup's growth and visibility.Key responsibilitiesProject Management & CompliancePlan, monitor and document project activities, milestones and deliverablesEnsure compliance with PT2030 regulations, eligibility rules and contractual obligationsMaintain complete and auditable records of project activitiesMonitor timelines, risks and corrective actionsReporting & DocumentationPrepare technical and financial progress reportsSupport audit processes by ensuring traceability of costs, activities and outputsOrganise and archive supporting documentation (timesheets, deliverables, dissemination evidence, partner communications)Contribute to responses to audit requests and verification proceduresTeam & Resource CoordinationCoordinate internal and external human resources assigned to the projectSupport recruitment and onboarding of collaborators in line with project needsEnsure clear allocation of tasks and responsibilitiesDissemination, Communication & EventsSupport and document dissemination and communication activities (events, workshops, conferences)Assist in managing social media and visibility actions, ensuring compliance with EU and PT2030 communication rulesCollect and store evidence of dissemination activities for audit purposesBusiness Development & Strategy SupportIdentify and support strategic partnerships aligned with project objectivesContribute to sustainability, exploitation and post-project impact strategiesSupport preparation of new funding applications or follow-up initiativesResearch & AnalysisResearch funding opportunities, collaborators and market trendsSupport preparation of technical and strategic documentationProfile we valueStrong sense of accountability and ownershipHighly organisedProactive and solution-orientedExcellent communication skills (written and verbal)Autonomous and adaptable (comfortable in a fast-changing startup environment)Able to balance flexibility with procedural rigorRequirementsMaster's degree in Engineering, Sciences, Management or related fieldsImmediate availabilityNice to haveExperience in R&D, innovation and EU-funded projects (PT2030, H2020, Horizon Europe, etc.)Familiarity with audit processes, eligibility of costs and reporting requirementsProject management tools and methodologiesBusiness development or startup experienceProfessional working proficiency in EnglishWhy join usKey role in an EU-funded innovation projectHigh exposure to audits, reporting and strategic decision-makingOpportunity to shape processes from an early stageCombination of startup agility and European project rigor Applications (deadline 14/01/2026): send your CV + proof of Master + motivation statement + support letter (recommended) by email to info@fetalix.eu Subject: Application (your name) – Project Manager PT2030