Xjenza Malta is currently seeking to recruit an Executive (Internationalisation).

The selected candidate will be responsible for promoting, managing, and coordinating Xjenza Malta’s participation in international research and innovation (R&I) programmes, both bilateral and multilateral.

To learn more about the role, duties, requirements, working conditions, and how to apply, please click here: https://lnkd.in/dy65ErEm

📣Xjenza Malta is pleased to announce the launch of the M-ERA.NET Joint Call 2026 — a dynamic funding opportunity that will empower Malta-based researchers and innovators to participate in transnational research projects focused on advanced materials and battery technologies in support of the European Green Deal.

💰Xjenza Malta is participating with a national budget allocation of up to €300,000 per project.

🔓 Unlocking New Opportunities

The M-ERA.NET Joint Call 2026 offers eligible applicants the chance to:

Participate in transnational projects by leveraging funding and support to develop pioneering solutions in advanced materials and battery technologies.

🧠Address six thematic areas:

1. Materials for energy storage and distribution systems

2. Materials for energy conversion

3. Innovative surfaces, coatings and interfaces

4. Innovative functional materials with defined architectures

5. Materials addressing environmental challenges

6. Next generation materials for electronics

📅Key Dates & Application Process

↩️Applicants must:

• Comply with the National Rules for Participation;

• Be a Malta-based entity, including private and public entities, RKDOs, etc with an operating base in Malta in accordance with State Aid or Non-State Aid National rules; Complete and submit a National Application Form, duly signed and supported by the required Annexes.   

🗓️Key Deadlines

• Project coordinator needs to submit the pre-proposal via the M-ERA.NET Electronic Submission Tool by 12 May 2026, 12:00 CET.

• Each Malta-based applicant must submit a signed National Application Form to eusubmissions.xjenzamalta@gov.mt by 12 May 2026, 23:59 CET.

📣Announcements

✒️Xjenza Malta’s M-ERA.NET Online Information Session on 26 March 2026, 11:00 – 12:00 (CET) – Click here to register

🔗M-ERA.NET Call 2026 information webinar will be held 18 March 2026, 12:00 (CET). Click here for more information

🔉Xjenza Malta has just launched the Innovation for Industry (I4I) scheme.

I4I is a national funding initiative designed to boost applied, industrial R&D and drive incremental product and process improvements. 

I4I is a scheme, tailored to strengthen Malta’s industrial sector and enhance its competitiveness through sustainable, innovation-based growth.
🔹 Funding Up to €150,000
🔹 Two Key Streams: 

 ➡️Industry-Academia Stream: Collaborate with Maltese Education Institutions to access expertise, technology transfer and safeguard your IP.

🧠Talent Integration Top-up: Recruit or transfer highly qualified researchers (M. Sc./Ph.D.) into R&D roles with a €40,000 wage top-up

ℹ️Join the online information session on Tuesday, 10 March 2026 to learn more.

🔗Register here: https://lnkd.in/d7pFRGwj

📅Submit your proposal by 18 May 2026.
 

🌊The Mediterranean has always connected people, ideas, and opportunities. Today, it faces new challenges — climate pressure, resource scarcity, and the urgent need for sustainable growth. At the same time, a new generation of innovators is building solutions for a stronger, more resilient Blue Economy.

This is where you come in! We are looking for experienced professionals ready to guide and inspire startups shaping the future of the Mediterranean maritime and coastal economy.

As a mentor, you will not just advise, you will:

✔️Help founders navigate real-world growth challenges
✔️Share lessons learned from your own journey
✔️Open doors to networks and opportunities
✔️Contribute to meaningful, sustainable impact across the region

🔷Your expertise can accelerate innovation

🔷Your insight can unlock potential

🔷Your time can help shape the future of the Mediterranean.

If you believe in building smarter and more sustainable blue ecosystems — let’s connect!

📅 Duration: April 2026 to July 2026
💻Format: Fully remote | In English
📩 Application deadline: 31 March 2026

Information and image source:

Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dXkdVJkK 

Download the brochure: https://lnkd.in/dVH8gN7K 

📣 Xjenza Malta is seeking to recruit an Executive (Framework Programme) to support Malta’s participation in the EU’s Horizon Europe Programme. The selected candidate will serve as a National Contact Point (NCP) and Programme Committee Member (PCM), providing guidance to researchers and organisations, promoting EU funding opportunities, supporting stakeholder engagement, and contributing to Malta’s position in international research forums.

🔗To learn more about the role and how to apply, click here: https://lnkd.in/dy65ErEm