Scientific Project Manager - Bioinspired Soft Robotics GENOVA

Scientific Project Manager - Bioinspired Soft Robotics
Genova
Liguria, GENOVA

Job Description - Scientific Project Manager - Bioinspired Soft Robotics (2500000H)

Commitment & contract: full-time, permanent contract

WHO WE ARE At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarter is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centres around Italy and two outer-stations based in the US for a truly interdisciplinary experience.

YOUR TEAM You'd be working in a multi-disciplinary group, where people with different backgrounds collaborate, each with their own expertise, to carry out the research.

At the Bioinspired Soft Robotics (BSR) Laboratory ( https://bsr. iit. it/ ), coordinated by Barbara Mazzolai, we develop soft robots able to operate in extreme and unstructured environments by taking inspiration from living beings' adaptation abilities. Our main biological models are plants and soft animals, which give us insights for technological advancements in soft, multifunctional materials, perception-based behaviors, embodied-energy, and distributed control. Applications of bioinspired soft robots include, for example, natural environments/infrastructures exploration and monitoring; archaeology; space; search-and-rescue.

For this position, we are looking for a highly motivated and proactive engineer to play the important role of project manager and support for the scientific and technical management of the Bioinspired Soft Robotics projects.

Responsibilities Provide high-level support in managing Bioinspired Soft Robotics projects. Collaborate with a team of researchers and technicians, supporting day-to-day R&D activities. Assist in project management for ongoing and future robotics projects, with a primary focus on preparing technical documents. Write and edit scientific content for new project proposals. Act as a liaison with administrative offices. Assist in organizing project meetings, workshops, and related events. Support the PI in overseeing the overall working plan of the projects, monitoring deliverables, milestones, and the implementation of Work Package objectives. Collect, review, and submit technical and scientific reports. Supervise and manage communication and dissemination activities, as well as the exploitation plan and related tasks. Assist in drafting data management plans and oversee the implementation of related activities. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS A Master's degree in Engineering (preferably Biomedical or Mechanical). A Ph. D. in the field of biorobotics, with scientific experience relevant to bioinspired soft robotics. Experience in scientific management of research projects. Strong organizational and management skills. Excellent communication skills, with the ability and willingness to integrate into a multidisciplinary international research group. Experience in organizing scientific events for dissemination, communication, and training. Knowledge of relevant funding schemes, scientific communities, and societies. Excellent command of spoken and written English. ADDITIONAL SKILLS Excellent problem-solving mindset. High motivation and eagerness to learn. Strong spirit of innovation and creativity. Good time management and ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Ability to thrive in a challenging and international environment. Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary and multicultural setting. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Competitive salary package for international standards. Wide range of staff discounts. Flexible working time. Candidates from abroad or Italian citizens who permanently work abroad and meet specific requirements may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs!If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you! There's a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation!If you are a startupper or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide your attitude and aspirations. If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society!We stick to our values! Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in! They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission!Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV.

Application deadline: 12th February 2025 We inform you that the information you provide will be used solely for the purposes of evaluating and selecting professional profiles in order to meet the requirements of Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia.

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