A Facility Officer for the Research Infrastructure of the Sustainable Energy Centre of Bruno Ke[...]

Solo per membri registrati
Trento
EUR 38.000 - 45.000
Descrizione del lavoro

Workplace

Fondazione Bruno Kessler (FBK) is a private research institution devoted to excellence in research in numerous disciplines and designated to the role of keeping the Autonomous Province of Trento in the mainstream of European and international research. Each research area is assigned to a specific research center, of which there are twelve totals. Information regarding the research centers, their activities and production is available at http : / / www.fbk.eu / research-centers

Workplace

The Centre on Sustainable Energy (SE) supports the development of efficient devices and methods for generating, storing, and distributing energy solutions with low environmental impact. This is achieved by taking an energy sustainability approach that respects the environment and quality of life, while minimising health and environmental pollution. The ground for the Centre on Sustainable Energy is based on the Decarbonization targets, which will require more flexibility in the energy system through new gas and power grids, using energy vectors and storage solutions to enable the broad penetration of renewable energy sources.

FBK actively seeks diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is also committed to promoting gender equality. To promote the inclusion of disabled staff as per law 68 / 99, the Foundation is available and interested in evaluating the applications received for technical-scientific domains that do not correspond exactly to this call.

Job Description

The Centre on Sustainable Energy is expanding its facilities and laboratories in Rovereto through different initiatives. For the management of these new laboratories, the SE Centre is looking for a motivated candidate interested in working in a strongly dynamic and multicultural environment at the forefront of scientific research. The selected candidate will be responsible for the management of the SE Centre facilities — including the BET and HYRES units, as well as shared areas such as the chemical, mechanical, and electrical facilities — ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

The main responsibilities will focus on:

  • Safety: developing and supporting SE Centre personnel in defining and implementing safety processes, with strong involvement in risk assessment activities in collaboration with the RSPP (Health and Safety Officer).
  • Quality: developing and maintaining internal processes in compliance with ISO 9001 standards for the activities carried out within the SE Centre.
  • Operational management: overseeing the internal tool for laboratory operations (equipment, warehouse, access, etc.) and acting as the person responsible for toxic gas supervision.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate should have:

  • Master’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering;
  • Hands‑on experience and know‑how on experimental activities;
  • Familiarity with the development of experimental procedures for testing batteries and H2 technologies;
  • Familiarity with the safety assessment and the main Italian RCS;
  • Good knowledge of written and spoken English;
  • Good knowledge of written and spoken Italian;
  • Team‑oriented with excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Self‑motivated and results driven.

Furthermore, the following qualifications will be positively evaluated:

  • Valid Toxic Gas Handling License (patentino gas tossici);
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., python, C++);
  • Proven track record on laboratory management from safety or quality perspective.

Employment

Type of contract : fixed-term contract

Working hours : Full time (38 h per week)

Start date : February 2026

Duration : 24 months with the possibility of extending the contract depending on funding

Workplace : Trento and Rovereto (Trento,Italy)

Gross annual salary : From €38,539.67 to €44,087.26 depending on background and expertise in the field, plus objectives achievements bonus

Benefits : flexi-time, company subsidized cafeteria or meal vouchers, internal car park, welcome office support for visa formalities and for research in accommodation, accommodation etc., supplementary pension and health fund, social security (SANIFONDS), family-work balance, free training courses, support on bank account opening, discount on public transport, sport, language course fees, counseling and psychological support service. More info at https : / / www.fbk.eu / en / work-with-us /

Application

Interested candidates are requested to submit their application by completing the online form (https : / / jobs.fbk.eu / ). Please make sure that your application contains the following attachments (in pdf format) : Detailed CV including relevant past experiences (as an attached document in PDF format); Cover Letter (explaining your motivation for this specific position).

Application deadline : Thursday, November 27th 2025

Please read our Recruitment Regulations before completing your application. For further information or technical issues regarding the application, please contact the People Innovation for Research Department at jobs@fbk.eu.