Job opportunity 

We are currently seeking a Communications Manager for a joint position between the ERC-DIVERSE Project and the Johns Hopkins Public Policy Center (JHU-PPC-UPF Barcelona), Department of Political and Social Sciences, Pompeu Fabra University.

Call reference: CPIS-PSR-2026-03 

Contract: Full-time (35h/week), 4-year fixed term aligned with project and PPC funding 

Project title: Digitalization for Environmental Justice and Biocultural Diversity (DIVERSE)

Official ID: Grant agreement 101124195

Location: Barcelona, Spain | Deadline: 03/03/2026 | Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic Communication Manager to strengthen communication and dissemination activities for the ERC-funded DIVERSE project in collaboration with the John Hopkins Public Policy Center. This role sits within the Department of Political and Social Sciences at UPF and offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of research, communication strategy, and stakeholder engagement.

Candidate Profile

The position is open to candidates ready to contribute to a research-driven communication environment. Relevant experience in communication within academic or research settings, strong writing and language skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with international teams are typically valued. (Exact requirements are on the official call).

Funding Authority: Horizon Europe (HEu) European Research Council (ERC) Consolidator Grant (CoG) - CORDIS