Plpm - Terra Project

Program Lead & Project Manager (PLPM) - Terrra™ Project

Part-time, unpaid during the early phase

• Hybrid work model (remote and / or on-site in Milan or Boston)
• Travel and meeting expenses will be reimbursed upon approval
• An NDA must be signed

This position may evolve into a full-time Director of Environmental Systems or Program Director – Sustainability Technologies , based on performance and project growth.

About Institute Itech :

Institute Itech is an early-stage multinational company committed to building a new model of society grounded in education , advanced technology , and social development .

We are launching several innovation projects, including :

• Memoria™ – AI-powered MedTech platform for cognitive health and neuro-assistive support
• Oxyleaf™ – Synthetic plant systems for urban energy and environmental regeneration
• Terra™ – Underground environmental sensor networks for soil, climate, agriculture and resource monitoring
• Whiteboard™ – Smart education platforms and digital-native learning tools
• Polaris™ by IFE – AI platform for economic, geopolitical, and statistical intelligence

The company is legally incorporated (USA, Italy) and is now forming its strategic leadership and project management team.

About the Role :

We are seeking a Program Lead & Project Manager (PLPM) to lead the development, coordination, and execution of the Terra™ Project , a next-generation environmental monitoring system based on underground intelligent sensor spheres deployed at depth.

The PLPM will oversee technical planning, scientific supervision, partner coordination, and execution strategy , ensuring that Terra™ evolves from concept to validated prototype and real-world implementation.

Selected candidates will also join the Scientific Committee Board (SCB) of Institute Itech and may collaborate on additional projects (Oxyleaf™, Memoria™, Terra™, Whiteboard™, Polaris™) depending on expertise.

Responsibilities :

• Lead the program roadmap and full project lifecycle of Terra™
• Coordinate scientific and engineering teams (environmental, mechanical, IoT, data science)
• Oversee development of underground sensor spheres, central units, and satellite / IoT communication
• Manage environmental data workflows, soil chemistry research, and agricultural monitoring frameworks
• Supervise prototyping, field testing, and environmental validation studies
• Build partnerships with research institutions, universities, agronomists, and industrial partners
• Ensure compliance with ethical, environmental, and regulatory standards
• Represent Terra™ in institutional, scientific, and investor contexts
• Work closely with the CEO and technical leadership on budget planning and execution strategy

Requirements :

• Degree in Environmental Engineering, Agricultural Science, Geotechnical Engineering, Bioengineering, or related fields
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in R&D project management or environmental / IoT innovation
• Strong understanding of sensor systems, IoT networks, and environmental monitoring technologies
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and complex technical workflows
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Fluent in English (Italian is a plus)
• Ability to work across EU-based operations (European presence required)

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience with soil chemistry, hydrology, agricultural engineering, or geophysics
• Knowledge of LoRaWAN, NB-IoT, 5G, or satellite communication systems
• Experience with Horizon Europe or public funding structures
• Background in prototyping, field deployments, or environmental modelling
• Interest in long‑term leadership within sustainability and environmental technology

Benefits Provided :

• Reimbursement of travel, meetings, and project‑related mobility
• Access to development tools, research platforms, and official institute accounts
• Strategic leadership role in a flagship environmental technology project
• Membership in the Scientific Committee Board (SCB)
• Possibility to collaborate across other innovation projects based on expertise
• Potential evolution into a senior‑level or C‑level environmental leadership role

How to Apply : Please send :

• Your CV
• A short letter (max 1 page), in English or Italian, describing:
  • Why you want to lead the Terra™ project
  • Your experience in environmental or IoT‑based systems
  • How you would structure and execute the program roadmap

E-mail : in.oiap2025@institute.iite.eu

Subject : WE2025 Job – Terra™ PLPM – [Name Surname]

Time Commitment :

This is a non‑paid position during the startup phase, with a minimum commitment of 4–6 hours per week.

We are looking for a visionary, structured, and technically competent leader ready to guide one of the most ambitious environmental R&D programs within Institute Itech.