Project: Perovskites for photocatalytic systems (EVERLY) Project code: FIS-2023-04000 – CUP number: J53C25001830001
Commitment & contract: Fixed-term contract, full-time, 36 Months duration
Location: IIT - Center for Sustainable Future Technologies, Via Livorno 60, 10144, Torino (TO)
RAL: 26.000,00 € – 31.000,00 €
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 multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where chemists, engineers and materials scientists collaborate, each with their expertise, to carry out a scientific activity with a shared research goal.
The Applied Energy Materials and Technologies (EMaT) Research unit is coordinated by Isabella Poli, who has extensive experience in applied energy materials and characterization. The research team focuses on the development of novel materials and technologies for photo-electro-catalytic applications in water treatment and solar fuels generation.
The assignment is based on IIT's need to implement research and experimentation activities related to photocatalytic systems within the Fondo Italiano per la Scienza (FIS) - MUR funded "pEroVskitEs foR photocataLYtic systems" (EVERLY) project. This project aims to develop efficient, stable and scalable photocatalysts for the generation of solar fuels.
You will work closely with scientific, technical, and administrative teams to make sure that equipment, spaces and supplies are well organized and fully operational.
Within the research team your main responsibilities will be:
- Prepare, organize, and manage experimental workspaces to ensure they are functional and properly supplied
- Perform routine instrument checks, calibration and minor repairs on equipment and facility components
- Support researchers’ technical needs and provide them with general troubleshooting to ensure functionality and readiness for experiments
- Assist with daily operational activities, including procurement, orders, inventory management, deliveries, and logistics
- Interact with external suppliers and service providers
- Train junior staff or students in the correct use of instrumentation and ensure compliance with lab procedures
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemistry, materials science and similar disciplines
- Documented experience in gas chromatography to execute laboratory experiments and perform basic data analysis
- Previous experience in a research chemistry laboratory
- Proactive, flexible, and hands-on attitude, with the ability to support daily operations across different areas (e.g., small maintenance, room management, general operational, procurement, orders, logistics)
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical, scientific, and administrative teams
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and accurate record-keeping
- Good working knowledge of English (spoken and written)
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Previous experience in facility support, laboratory operations or technical assistance
- Knowledge of safe operation and maintenance of laboratory facilities, including fume hoods, gloveboxes, gas supply systems, and chemical waste disposal
- Experience in logistics or inventory management
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment
COMPENSATION PACKAGE
- Private health care coverage (depending on your role and contract)
- 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.
This open position is financed by Ministero dell’Università e della Ricerca (MUR) nell’ambito del “Bando FIS – Fondo Italiano per la Scienza - PROCEDURA COMPETITIVA PER LO SVILUPPO DELLE ATTIVITÀ DI RICERCA FONDAMENTALE, A VALERE SUL FONDO ITALIANO PER LA SCIENZA 2022 – 2023 (BANDO FIS 2)” - MACROSETTORE LS - Life Sciences, D.D. n. 1236 del 01/08/2023 e D.D. n. 22831 del 05/12/2024, within the “Perovskites for photocatalytic systems” project, Acronym: EVERLY – Grant Agreement number: FIS-2023-04000 – CUP: J53C25001830001
Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV and a cover letter (outlining motivation, experience and qualifications).
Application’s deadline: 23/06/2026
