Who we are:
At the European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines & Healthcare (EDQM), our vision is clear: “Together for better health, for all”. We contribute to  public health protection by engaging with an international community of experts and stakeholders. Now is your opportunity to join us in shaping global standards that ensure access to safe medicines and healthcare –standards recognised worldwide as the scientific benchmark for quality and trust. 
Our standards for medicines and their ingredients, compiled in the European Pharmacopeia, are legally binding in 39 member states of the Council of Europe  and are also widely used across the globe in both the human and animal health sectors. Beyond medicines, we also play a crucial role in blood transfusion, organ, tissue and cell transplantation and in developing and setting consumer health standards, for everyday products such as cosmetics and food contact materials.

Your Team:
The Management Support Division (MSD), tasked with supporting the co-ordination of the EDQM’s strategic and transversal activities, is looking for an Innovation  Project Officer, on a limited time assignment, to help with the implementation of AI solutions within the EDQM, taking into account the needs of the various entities within the EDQM and in full alignment with the Council of Europe’s AI Strategy.

Your Role:
As an Innovation Project Officer (AI), you will:

• be an active member of MSD, working with colleagues to ensure optimal integration of AI into the EDQM’s activities; 
• chair the EDQM’s AI Working Group, which contains representatives from across the EDQM, and facilitate collaboration to encourage innovation and progress by:
  • ensuring Council of Europe policies and guidelines are applied, that good practices are shared and that risks are managed within the EDQM;
  • keeping track of AI usage within the EDQM, including at the development stage; assessing potential and associated risks;
  • assisting with the identification, mapping and development of business cases and with return on investment (ROI) analyses aimed at leveraging AI to drive business success;
  • organising and chairing monthly meetings, ensuring effective, smooth and open communication as well as effective follow-up on key decisions.
• conduct research on the latest trends and advancements in generative AI that could be applied to the EDQM’s activities, in order to identify potential applications and improvements; 
• maintain communication channels with both the Council of Europe AI Working Group and the EDQM Management team, contributing to strategic governance and knowledge transfer;
• prepare reports and presentations to communicate insights and recommendations to internal stakeholders; supporting decision-making and the collective and co-ordinated advancement of AI within the EDQM;
• collaborate closely with the Human Resources Section to increase AI competency of the EDQM staff and promote knowledge sharing;
• support the EDQM Management team on strategic activities related to AI and innovation.

Requirements to apply
You must: 

• have the nationality of one of the 46 member states of the Council of Europe. 
• be a team player and a very good communicator, skilled at building relationships across complex organisations;
• thrive in dynamic, multidisciplinary environments and be driven by the challenge of supporting impactful, organisation-wide change;
• have knowledge of generative AI concepts and tools and of large language models (LLMs); 
• have good research abilities and analytical skills and a keen interest in staying updated with developments in AI;
• have experience in project co-ordination, preferably in innovation, digital- or AI-focused initiatives, and ideally in an international organisation;
• have a higher education degree or qualification equivalent to a master’s degree (2nd cycle of the Bologna process framework of qualifications for the European Higher Education Area) in management, computer science, engineering or another relevant field;
• have a very good knowledge of English and a good knowledge of French. 

What we offer
At the EDQM, you will be part of a multicultural and mission-driven organisation where your work will directly contribute to public health across Europe and beyond. We offer a collaborative and friendly work environment, competitive conditions and a strong work-life balance. This is an opportunity to gain valuable experience in an international setting, working alongside passionate professionals on meaningful projects within a structured administrative framework.

• Contract type: temporary contract (limited to 12 months, non-renewable).
• Location: Strasbourg, France.
• Salary (depending on your personal situation and experience): €4 819 (grade B4), gross per month.

To apply: send your CV to [email protected]