DRAXIS is an SME that focuses on developing real life environmental scientific solutions. Looking always ahead, we keep up with and interpret what is happening in day-to-day business, so as to offer custom-made tools, reflecting our commitment to be of service to the environment we live in. We focus on building state-of-the-art IT solutions aiming at environmental management and also on providing specialized environmental consulting services in the fields of air quality, waste management, circular economy and climate change
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Proposal Writer to join our Research & Innovation team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in designing and writing competitive funding proposals for Horizon Europe and other EU programmes, with a strong focus on environmental sustainability, digital transformation, and climate-related challenges.
This is an excellent opportunity for a talented writer with deep knowledge of EU funding who enjoys turning complex scientific and technical ideas into compelling, high-impact proposals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and analyze relevant EU funding opportunities, particularly under Horizon Europe.
- Structure, write, and edit high-quality project proposals, with emphasis on the sections of Excellence, Impact, and Implementation.
- Collaborate closely with internal scientific experts, IT teams, project managers, and external partners (academia, industry, NGOs) to gather inputs and ensure overall coherence.
- Coordinate the proposal development process across large consortia, setting deadlines and monitoring contributions from all partners.
- Organize and lead proposal preparation meetings, aligning stakeholders and clarifying requirements.
- Develop persuasive narratives that effectively communicate scientific excellence, innovation potential, and societal/environmental impact.
- Ensure full compliance with call requirements, templates, formatting, and submission guidelines.
- Contribute to consortium building, partner search, and capability mapping.
- Prepare budgets and work plans in collaboration with financial and technical teams.
- Support the development of dissemination, exploitation, and communication strategies within proposals.
- Actively expand the organization’s network of partners and collaborators across Europe.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in European Studies, Political Science, Environmental Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Proven track record in preparing successful Horizon 2020 / Horizon Europe proposals (as main or key contributing writer).
- In-depth knowledge of EU funding programmes, guidelines, and evaluation criteria.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills in English, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and persuasive language.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple deadlines simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary and international teams.
- Established network in the European research and innovation ecosystem.
Nice to Have:
- MSc or PhD in a relevant field.
- Familiarity with EU policy priorities in digital transformation, climate action, and sustainability.
- Experience in coordinating proposal development processes across large consortia.
- Knowledge of project management or evaluation methodologies.
Benefits
By joining Draxis, you will be able to engage with fellow professionals in your field across diverse markets, fostering valuable connections. This network will provide opportunities to exchange best practices, collaborate on overcoming challenges, and gain invaluable experience and mentoring to propel your career forward. At Draxis, we are committed to helping you shape the career you desire, empowering you to chart your own path towards success.
We celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being.
Our offerings include health benefits, as well as professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs and flexible working models. At the core of our culture is a strong emphasis on prioritizing people. We value the advantages of both flexibility and collaboration, whether they occur in a physical workplace or in a remote setting.
