Research laboratory manager in Settembre’s Lab

TIGEM; Napoli; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

TIGEM in Pozzuoli (Naples), Italy, is seeking a Research Laboratory Manager to oversee day-to-day operations and drive scientific programs within a premier research center.

You will lead molecular and cellular biology work, manage procurement and inventory, and ensure compliance with laboratory procedures while coordinating with interdisciplinary teams across the institute.

Responsibilities

• Support research activities through molecular and cellular biology experiments
• Manage laboratory operations, including procurement of research materials and reagents
• Oversee reagent inventory, registration, and cataloguing
• Ensure efficient laboratory organization and compliance with operational procedures

Job description

Location:Telethon Institute of Genetics and Medicine (TIGEM), Pozzuoli (Naples), Italy

Contract Type:Full-time

Closing Date:31/12/2026

About the Position

Research laboratory manager

Key Scientific & Leadership Responsibilities

• Support research activities through molecular and cellular biology experiments
• Manage laboratory operations, including procurement of research materials and reagents
• Oversee reagent inventory, registration, and cataloguing
• Ensure efficient laboratory organization and compliance with operational procedures

Job Requirements

Salary: €19,000-€34,000 gross per year, depending on qualifications, skills and previous research experience.

TIGEM does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, gender orientation, sexuality, or disability. The selection committee for this role encourages applicants from all backgrounds and will consider all applications equally irrespective of the aforementioned characteristics.

TIGEM is a premier research center dedicated to understanding and treating genetic diseases. Established by Fondazione Telethon, the institute focuses on innovative research that bridges basic science and clinical applications. Renowned for its interdisciplinary approach, TIGEM unites experts in genomics, cell biology and gene therapy to uncover rare disease mechanisms and develop novel therapies. Housed in a refurbished 5,000-square-meter complex on the former Olivetti campus in Pozzuoli, the institute employs approximately 260 researchers from Italy and abroad across 24 independent research groups and seven state-of-the-art facilities, including advanced microscopy, bioinformatics, high-content screening, advanced histology and proteomics. The institute has made groundbreaking discoveries in lysosomal biology, membrane trafficking and autophagy regulation. Additionally, TIGEM is at the forefront of developing AAV-based gene therapy approaches, including clinical translation. The institute's commitment to advancing scientific knowledge is reflected in its active participation in international research networks and its role in training the next generation of scientists. Through partnerships with leading academic institutions and biotech companies, TIGEM continues to push the boundaries of genetic research, aiming to translate discoveries into effective treatments for patients worldwide.