project management
The discipline of project management, the activities which comprise this area and the variables implied in it, such as time, resources, requirements, deadlines, and responding to unexpected events.
Research managers oversee the research and development functions of a research facility or program or university. They support the executive staff, coordinate work activities, and monitor staff and research projects. They may work in a wide array of sectors, such as the chemical, technical and life sciences sector. Research managers can also advise on research and execute research themselves.
Competences and skills
34 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
3 competencesmultidisciplinary research
The research technique where a common issue is investigated using approaches from different disciplines with the aim of finding a comprehensive solution to it.
research design
The set of methods and techniques of research that are used to conduct a study. It includes practical steps in research such as purpose statement, data collection, methodology, and data analysis.
scientific research methodology
The theoretical methodology used in scientific research involving doing background research, constructing an hypothesis, testing it, analysing data and concluding the results.
Essential skills and competences 13 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
6 competencescope with challenging demands
Maintain a positive attitude towards new and challenging demands such as interaction with artists and handling of artistic artefacts. Work under pressure such as dealing with last moment changes in time schedules and financial restraints.
provide project information on exhibitions
Provide information on the preparation, execution and evaluation of exhibitions and other artistic projects.
respect cultural differences in the field of exhibition
Respect cultural differences when creating artistic concepts and exhibitions. Collaborate with international artists, curators, museums and sponsors.
study a collection
Research and trace the origins and the historical significance of collections and archive content.
study topics
Carry out effective research on relevant topics to be able to produce summary information appropriate to different audiences. The research may involve looking at books, journals, the internet, and/or verbal discussions with knowledgeable persons.
work independently on exhibitions
Work autonomously on the development of a framework for artistic projects such as locations and workflows.
Cross-sector
7 competencesdiscuss research proposals
Discuss proposals and projects with researchers, decide on resources to allocate and whether to move forward with the study.
estimate duration of work
Produce accurate calculations on time necessary to fulfil future technical tasks based on past and present information and observations or plan the estimated duration of individual tasks in a given project.
manage budgets
Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.
manage research and development projects
Plan, organise, direct and follow up on projects aimed at developing new products, implementing innovative services, or further developing existing ones.
manage staff
Manage employees and subordinates, working in a team or individually, to maximise their performance and contribution. Schedule their work and activities, give instructions, motivate and direct the workers to meet the company objectives. Monitor and measure how an employee undertakes their responsibilities and how well these activities are executed. Identify areas for improvement and make suggestions to achieve this. Lead a group of people to help them achieve goals and maintain an effective working relationship among staff.
perform scientific research
Gain, correct or improve knowledge about phenomena by using scientific methods and techniques, based on empirical or measurable observations.
research
report analysis results
Produce research documents or give presentations to report the results of a conducted research and analysis project, indicating the analysis procedures and methods which led to the results, as well as potential interpretations of the results.
Optional knowledge 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencescomputational chemistry
The branch of chemistry that aims at addressing complex chemical problems through computer simulations.
digital
urban sustainability
The branch of urban planning that aims to improve, social, economic and environmental conditions of a city.
green
Cross-sector
6 competencesbiology
Tissues, cells, and functions of plant and animal organisms and their interdependencies and interactions with each other and the environment.
green
chemistry
The composition, structure, and properties of substances and the processes and transformations that they undergo; the uses of different chemicals and their interactions, production techniques, risk factors, and disposal methods.
image recognition
A process designed to detect and identify a feature or object in an image or video. This process is used in medical imaging, security surveillance or defect detection, among other fields. Key technique for a wide range of applications such as automated driving, image classification, or visual inspection.
digital
laboratory techniques
Techniques applied in the different fields of natural science in order to obtain experimental data such as gravimetric analysis, gas chromatography, electronic or thermic methods.
physics
The natural science involving the study of matter, motion, energy, force and related notions.
project management principles
Different elements and phases of project management.
- Scope note
- The different phases of project management include the development of the overall planning, planning of resources for projects, implementation, execution, performance control, project end and the evaluation of outcome.
Optional skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesdirect an artistic team
Lead and instruct a complete team with the required cultural expertise and experience.
liaise with cultural partners
Establish and maintain sustainable partnerships with cultural authorities, sponsors and other cultural institutions.
present exhibition
Present an exhibition and give educational lectures in a comprehensible way that is attractive to the public.
use ICT resources to solve work related tasks
Choose and use ICT resources in order to solve related tasks.
digital
Cross-sector
5 competencesconduct qualitative research
Gather relevant information by applying systematic methods, such as interviews, focus groups, text analysis, observations and case studies.
conduct quantitative research
Execute a systematic empirical investigation of observable phenomena via statistical, mathematical or computational techniques.
evaluate employees
Analyse employees' individual performances over a certain time span and communicate your conclusions to the employee in question or higher management. Evaluate achievements of staff members.
interact with an audience
Respond to the reactions of an audience and involve them in the particular performance or communication.
perform project management
Manage and plan various resources, such as human resources, budget, deadline, results, and quality necessary for a specific project, and monitor the project's progress in order to achieve a specific goal within a set time and budget.
research