Call for Experts – SNS JU is looking for evaluators for its EU research projects
The Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking (SNS JU) is looking to expand its pool of experts to evaluate project proposals and monitor ongoing projects in the field of beyond 5G, 6G technology and smart networks and services. This is your opportunity to contribute to shaping Europe’s digital future and advancing next-generation connectivity solutions.
Expert Profiles We’re Looking For
We are particularly interested in professionals from:
- Industry and telecommunications companies
- Research institutions and academia
- Network operators and service providers
- Innovation companies and technology start-ups
- Standardization bodies
- Public authorities and regulatory bodies
The SNS JU is committed to promoting diversity and encourages applications from all qualified experts. We uphold a strict policy regarding conflicts of interest
Thematic expertise
We welcome experts from diverse backgrounds with demonstrated expertise in:
- 5G, 6G, Networks Technologies, Architectures and Systems
- Wireless Communications, IoT, Sensor Networks and Device Technologies
- Network Security, reliability and privacy
- Cloud, Edge, Software, Computing Technologies
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data technologies
- Network Management and Orchestration
- Sustainability and Energy Management
- Open and disaggregated architectures
- Satellite Communications, Terrestrial / Non-Terrestrial networks Unification / Integration
- Transport / optical networks, photonics integration
- Microelectronics
- Research and Experimental Infrastructures
- Industrial Innovation and Vertical Industry Applications (healthcare, automotive, transportation and logistics, manufacturing, media, emergency and safety services etc)
Other fields and Cross-cutting expertise
In addition to your thematic expertise, the following skills and experiences are very welcome and would be an additional asset:
- Innovation Methodologies, Strategies and Management
- SMEs, Research to Business and Standardisation, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
- Competitiveness and Growth Opportunities
- Open science: open data, open source, interdisciplinary research
- Ethics assessment of R&I projects
- Financial management of R&I projects
- Experience with integrating gender aspects into R&I
Your Role as an Expert
Selected experts will be involved in:
- Evaluating project proposals applying for EU funding under the SNS JU Calls
- Assessing technical, financial and innovation aspects of proposals
- Monitoring the implementation of funded projects, reviewing deliverables and providing an assessment of the project’s progress
- Contributing to the achievement of the SNS JU’s objectives in advancing European leadership in future networks technologies and services
Working Arrangements
- Most work can be conducted remotely
- Some on-site meetings may be required in Brussels or in other European cities
- Compensation includes daily fees and, where applicable, travel and accommodation expenses (For more information, please see the model contract for Experts)
- Work periods can be distributed across few weeks or several months based on Call schedules
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant fields
- Strong technical background in telecommunications, networks, or related areas
- Excellent analytical and evaluation skills
- Excellent command of written and spoken English
- No conflicts of interest with ongoing SNS JU activities
How to Apply
Interested experts should:
- Register in the European Commission’s expert database (https://bit.ly/3AYKK26 )
- Indicate specific expertise in 5G, 6G and smart networks and services technologies and systems. Add all relevant keywords best describing your expertise and background
- Complete all sections of the online application form including your email address so that you may be contacted
- Attach an updated CV to the registration
You can inform us of your interest in working with the SNS JU and that you have submitted your profile on the EU expert’s database at CNECT-E1-SNS@ec.europa.eu.
5. For more information about the SNS JU and our mission to advance 5G deployment and develop 6G technology in Europe, visit our website: https://smart-networks.europa.eu
For further advice on registering your profile, please read the FAQs and consult the online. Experts’ manual
Join us in shaping the future of European connectivity and contribute to technological sovereignty in 6G development!
