Call from the European Commission: Experts are needed for the European Defence Fund (2021–2027).

Apply now: The European Commission is looking for independent experts to evaluate project proposals under the European Defence Fund (EDF).

As part of the European Defence Fund (EDF) 2021–2027, the European Commission is calling on experts to apply as independent experts for the evaluation, ethical review and financial analysis of grant applications. The aim of the fund is to strengthen the European defence industry and to provide.

Your tasks

As part of the evaluation panel, your tasks will include:

• the technical and ethical evaluation of project proposals,
• the assessment of financing plans,
• and acting as a rapporteur in consultations.

The work will be carried out within the framework of annual calls for proposals. Appropriate remuneration will be paid for each task.

Technical requirements and subject areas

We are looking for experts with sound experience in military research and development as well as in project management in a national, European or NATO context.

Thematic priorities:

• Cyber security, information superiority, digital transformation
• Chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) threats
• Air, land, sea and underwater warfare
• Medical support, biotechnology, human factors
• Energy security, ecological transformation, materials
• Disruptive technologies and innovative defence solutions (e.g. from SMEs)
• Simulation, training and ethical aspects in defence research

Requirements

Applicants must:

• be citizens of an EU Member State
• be fluent in English
• be professionally qualified
• hold a valid personal security clearance (PSC) at EU confidential level.

Two-step application process

1. Online registration:
2. Expression of interest by email:

Apply via the EU funding and tenders portal and create a complete profile under “My area of expertise”.

Send your CV, EX number and proof of a valid PSC to: ec-edf-experts@no-spam-pleaseec.europa.eu

Deadlines and selection

The call is open until 1 December 2027, 10:00 (CET).

The Commission will review applications on a rolling basis for future evaluation phases (May to October for evaluations, May to March for ethics checks). Selection will be based on professional competence, experience, geographical diversity and compliance with integrity standards.

Further information

Detailed information on the application and remuneration can be found here.