Commitment & contract: Full-time, fixed-term employment contract
Location: Genova
Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future!
At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds.
We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential.
THE ROLE
You will be working in a multi-disciplinary group, where people with different backgrounds collaborate, each with their own expertise, to carry out the research.
The Scientific Director Secretariat Office is looking for a Junior Executive Assistant to provide administrative and organizational support in a dynamic and international research environment.
Your main responsibilities will be:
- Perform administrative back office activities for the Scientific Director
- Take care of the Scientific Director's agenda, managing contacts with internal and external stakeholders
- Facilitate the flow of information between the Scientific Director and other Directorates and Research Lines of the Foundation
- Support for the organization and management of official visits
- Conduct research, analyze data to prepare documents and reports
- Draft institutional, managerial and technical texts
- Prepare Power Point presentations and word reports
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma in economic or scientific disciplines
- Documented experience in travel organization, administrative support and secretariat
- Familiarity with the main IT software packages, including Word and Excel
- A cooperative approach with the stakeholders
- Accuracy and good analytical skills
- Good command of spoken and written English and Italian
- Good at time and priority management
- Professional presence
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- A master or bachelor degree in economic or scientific disciplines
- Knowledge of SAP software
- Good communication skills
- Strong problem-solving attitude
- High motivation to learn
- Ability to work in a challenging and international environment
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment
COMPENSATION PACKAGE
- A yearly gross salary ranging between 20.000 and 21000 euro. Please note that position is pending budget approval.
- Wide range of staff discounts;
- 2 days of teleworking per week;
- Flexible working time.
Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV.
Application’s deadline: August 2nd, 2026
To discover more about life at IIT, visit the dedicated section here: https://www.iit.it/en/work-at-iit
