12766 - Scientific Program Manager

CMCC Foundation - Centro Euro Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici; Venezia; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading research center on climate change seeks up to three Scientific Program Managers to enhance climate information and support evidence-based policies. Candidates should have a PhD, extensive experience, and a strong focus on research objectives. This role involves liaising with diverse stakeholders and contributing to strategic research programs.

Servizi

Welfare package

Flexible working hours

Support during the immigration process

Competenze

• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in a research field.
• Scientific familiarity with climate change and risk.
• Strong focus on achieving research objectives.

Mansioni

• Contribute to the development and implementation of research objectives.
• Develop strategic communications and science-policy briefs.
• Assess policies to inform the research agenda.

Conoscenze

Team player

Proactive problem solver

Analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Formazione

PhD in Earth Sciences or related fields

Descrizione del lavoro

CMCC Position cod. 12766
Scientific Program Manager
Deadline: August 29th, 2025

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where your proactiveness can translate directly into tangible outcomes in the research field?

Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey, launching cutting-edge Strategic Programs including the Program on Predicting Socio-Economic Outcomes in a Changing Climate (PSEO). These are targeted at further boosting CMCC’s global position in climate change research and producing science-based policy-relevant information. The PSEO Program directly addresses challenges that are crucial to understanding the challenges and solutions of socioeconomic systems in a changing climate environment and social context and building net zero carbon economies.

We are looking for up to three Scientific Program Managers, capable of effectively liaising with different multi-disciplinary research communities, stakeholders and external partners. We seek highly organized and motivated individuals with a proven track record in project/program management and collaborative work within the context of scientific research. You will contribute to the development of the program's strategic vision, its co-design and implementation.



ABOUT US
CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.

CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.

At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.

Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey that will further boost CMCC’s global position in climate change research…Together!


To learn more about this opportunity and submit your application, please refer to the following:


ROLE AND RESPONSABILITIES

The Scientific Program Managers report to the Program Director, working for the smooth running of the Programs and related activities in close collaboration with the CMCC Research Institutes.

Duties include:

• Strategic Program support: contributing to the development and implementation of research objectives, initiatives, and deliverables (strategic documents, presentations, policy briefs, etc.) aimed at improving climate information and supporting evidence-based policy- and decision-making.
• Science to policy translation: developing strategic communications and synthesis products, science-policy briefs,writing and contributing to scientific articles, presenting at scientific workshops and conferences, to enhance the outreach and impact of CMCC research.
• Policy analysis: assessing policies in the context of informing how the Programs can strengthen the CMCC policy-relevant research agenda and how latest scientific and technical information can best be used and communicated to inform policy development.
• Monitoring and evaluation: defining and tracking Program indicators and KPIs to assess progress, inform strategic adjustments, and report to funding bodies and stakeholders.
• Resource mobilization: mapping funding sources, developing fund raising strategies, including participating in the development of applied research proposals to advance Program objectives and research within CMCC.
• Internal coordination: liaising across CMCC Institutes and Programs to ensure alignment with CMCC’s Strategic Plan and foster interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Stakeholder engagement and representation: facilitating communication and collaboration among actors from academia, sectors, and diverse policymaking contexts; represent the Program at national and international meetings.
• Capacity building and outreach: supporting training and professional development for staff and early-career researchers; coordinating with CMCC’s Communication Office to deliver effective outreach and organize scientific and stakeholder events.
• Operations: coordinating day-to-day Program operations, monitoring timelines and deliverables, supportingthe Administration Manager who is responsible for preparing and tracking the Program budget.

REQUIREMENTS

• PhD in Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy and Management, Environmental Social Sciences, Economics or equivalent subjects is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in a research field.
• Scientific familiarity with climate change and risk, climate policy and solutions, sustainable development.
• Strong focus on achieving research objectives.
• Proven capability to plan, organize, and supervise research activities.
• Team player, proactive problem solver.
• Accuracy and good analytical skills.
• Knowledge of European, national, regional and philanthropic funding streams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent knowledge of the English language.
  
  

DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally.
• The individual will be preferentially based in the Venice or Milan CMCC offices.
• Contract and gross annual salary will be based on qualifications and working experience.
• Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract.
• Flexible working time as per internal policies.
• Support during the immigration process, if needed.
• The position is available for an immediate start.

PROTECTED CATEGORY

Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition.
Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners).
CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. Please omit from your CV any data you or we might consider discriminatory.
This job announcement is an invitation to express interest in the above-mentioned CMCC Position.