Head of Research & Development – Mobility & Transport Planning

MIC-HUB; Milano; Ibrido; EUR 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Hybrid working model

International collaborations

Travel opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

An international consulting firm in Milan is seeking a Head of Research & Development to lead innovative initiatives in mobility and transport planning. This role requires a robust academic background in transportation, strong leadership skills, and expertise in big data analytics and machine learning. The ideal candidate will also manage multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with universities and research institutions. This position offers a hybrid working model with flexible arrangements.

Competenze

• Strong academic and professional background in transportation theory.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in research.
• Fluent in English and Italian.
• Experience with big data analytics and ML in mobility.
• Strong collaboration with universities and industry.

Mansioni

• Lead the Research & Development Department and coordinate teams.
• Develop innovative methodologies based on big data analytics.
• Supervise complex research projects related to transport systems.
• Promote collaboration with academic and international partners.
• Mentor PhD candidates and support academic collaborations.
• Contribute to high-level scientific and technical studies through geo-statistical analysis and GIS modeling.

Conoscenze

Transportation research

Geo-statistical analysis

Programming in Python

Programming in R

Machine learning techniques

Big data analytics

Machine learning

Leadership

Project coordination

Formazione

Relevant academic background in transportation or mobility

Strumenti

SQL

Descrizione del lavoro

Head of Research & Development – Mobility & Transport Planning

To strengthen our Research & Development Department, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head of Research & Development to lead and coordinate innovative research activities in the field of mobility and transport planning.

The ideal candidate will have a strong academic and professional background in transportation theory and mobility-related topics, covering a wide interdisciplinary spectrum ranging from sociological and behavioral aspects to digital systems, big data analytics, and emerging technologies applied to transport studies.

The role focuses on the development of advanced analytical tools to identify mobility trends, understand travel behavior, and assess the complex interactions between people’s movements and the built environment. This position requires a solid research-oriented approach combined with strong leadership and project coordination skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Research & Development Department, coordinating multidisciplinary teams of analysts and researchers.
• Develop innovative methodologies and analytical tools based on big data analytics and machine learning applied to mobility studies.
• Supervise the execution of complex research projects related to transport systems, travel behavior, and urban mobility dynamics.
• Promote collaboration with universities, research institutions, and international partners.
• Support postgraduate research programs, mentoring PhD candidates and supervising academic collaborations.
• Contribute directly to high-level scientific and technical studies through geo-statistical analysis and GIS-based modeling.

Technical Skills and Expertise

• Strong background in transportation research and applied mobility studies.
• Proven experience in geo-statistical analysis and GIS-based spatial analysis.
• Advanced programming skills using Python and R, with working knowledge of SQL for data management.
• Practical experience with machine learning techniques, both supervised and unsupervised, applied to big datasets in the mobility domain.
• Solid understanding of big data analytics and their application to modeling travel behavior and mobility-environment interactions.

Soft Skills and Personal Attributes

• Leadership and ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive attitude, high level of initiative, and strong problem-solving orientation.
• Curiosity and genuine enthusiasm for transport and mobility topics.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel for project development, research activities, and international collaborations.

Language Requirements

• Fluent English and Italian (mandatory).
• Additional languages will be considered a plus.

Working Conditions

• Flexible working arrangements, with a hybrid model combining smart working and office-based activities.

About us: MIC-HUB is an international team of planners, engineers, designers and consultants, working across every aspect of mobility and transportation. At MIC-HUB you will work at the intersection of mobility, design and technology, with some of the most passionate and committed architects, engineers and consultants. We are committed to making a positive difference toward a more sustainable and inclusive world: accessing places while regenerating the planet.

To apply, please send an email to [e-mail], including your CV and samples of your work.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Industries

Architecture and Planning