Offer Description
CY Cergy Paris Université (CYU) is seeking a Project Manager to support the coordination and implementation of the ERC Starting Grant POSTCOLCIT (Postcolonial Perspectives on Citizenship and Belonging in Former European Colonial Powers), hosted at CESDIP (Centre de Recherches Sociologiques sur le Droit et les Institutions Pénales).
Funded by the European Research Council (ERC) under Horizon Europe, POSTCOLCIT is a five-year research project (2026-2031) investigating how nationality laws evolved after decolonisation across five former European colonial powers (Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Portugal and the United Kingdom), and how these legal transformations have shaped the rights, legal statuses and experiences of formerly colonised populations and their descendants.
Main responsibilities
Working closely with the Principal Investigator, the Project Manager will contribute to the administrative, financial and operational management of the project, including:
- Supporting the day-to-day administration of the ERC project;
- Monitoring the project budget, expenditure and reporting deadlines;
- Preparing administrative and financial documents required by the university and the funding agency;
- Contributing to organising workshops, conferences, seminars and team meetings;
- Coordinating international travel and research missions;
- Supporting recruitment procedures and onboarding of project staff;
- Contributing to the communication and dissemination activities of the project.
Profile
Applicants should hold a Master's degree (or equivalent) in project management, research administration, higher education management, public administration or another relevant field.
Previous experience (2 to 5 years) in the management of academic or university research projects is highly desirable. Experience with European research programmes (particularly Horizon Europe and/or ERC projects) will be considered a strong advantage.
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- Excellent organisational and planning skills;
- Strong administrative and financial management abilities;
- The ability to work independently and prioritise competing tasks;
- A proactive approach and strong problem-solving skills;
- Excellent command of English (written and spoken) is required. A very good command of French would be an asset to facilitate the practical organisation of the project and interactions with local partners and service providers.
The position is offered on a part-time basis (50% FTE) for an initial period of two years, with the possibility of renewal until August 2031.
Where to apply
E-mail: emilien.fargues@cyu.fr
Requirements
Research Field: Other
Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent
Languages:
ENGLISH: Excellent
FRENCH: Good
Additional Information
Benefits
The successful candidate will join CESDIP, a leading French research centre in the fields of sociology of law, justice, citizenship and public institutions.
The position offers:
- The opportunity to contribute to the launch and implementation of an ERC Starting Grant;
- Close collaboration with an international research team and partners;
- A high degree of autonomy and responsibility;
- Flexible working arrangements, including the possibility of remote working for up to one day per week, in accordance with university regulations;
- An initial two-year contract with the possibility of renewal until August 2031;
- Indicative gross monthly salary of approximately €1,420 for candidates with 3-5 years of relevant professional experience.
Selection process
Applications should be submitted in English and must include:
- A curriculum vitae (CV);
- A cover letter.
Applicants are encouraged to provide supporting documents demonstrating previous experience in research administration or project management (e.g. employment certificates or reference letters).
Applications must be sent no later than 30 September 2026 to:
Emilien Fargues, Principal Investigator of the POSTCOLCIT project (emilien.fargues@cyu.fr)
and CY Cergy Paris Université Human Resources Department (recrutement@cyu.fr).
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to an online interview during the week of 19 or 26 October 2026.
The selected candidate is expected to take up the position on 1 January 2027 (indicative start date).
Additional comments
CY Cergy Paris Université is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, disability, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or sexual orientation.
For any information regarding the projects or the expectations associated with the position, please contact Emilien Fargues.