Senior Administrative Assistant (Grants writing - Horizon Europe)

Senior Administrative Assistant (Grants writing - Horizon Europe)

Senior Administrative Assistant (Grants writing - Horizon Europe)

Commitment & contract: Employee, full-time, fixed term contract (12 months) with the possibility of a permanent position after a positive evaluation

Location: Genova (or other IIT Centers pending evaluation)

Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future!

At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds.

We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential.

THE ROLE

You will be working in a multi-disciplinary group, where people with different backgrounds collaborate, each with their own expertise, to support IIT research activity.

The Research Organization Directorate manages the IIT Projects Office. We are seeking to appoint a Senior Administrative Assistant with solid experience in preparing proposals for EU funding, particularly within the Horizon Europe Programme.

Within the team, your main responsibilities will be:

• Supporting research groups in the preparation of proposals in response to Horizon Europe calls, with a focus on funding opportunities for frontier research and early-stage (low TRL) innovation projects.
• Assisting research teams in analyzing and resolving administrative, financial, and technical requirements throughout the entire proposal process — from writing and submission to evaluation and negotiation.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• A Master or bachelor’s degree in European studies, Political Science, economic/financial disciplines or similar
• Previous experience in proposal writing within European funded research and innovation programmes
• Excellent knowledge of the English language
• Familiarity with the main IT software packages, including Word and Excel
• A cooperative approach with the stakeholders
• Accuracy and good analytical skills

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Good communication skills
• Strong problem-solving attitude
• High motivation to learn
• Spirit of innovation and creativity
• Good in time and priority management
• Ability to work in a challenging and international environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary and multicultural environment

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• A yearly gross salary ranging between 28.000 and 32.000 depending on experience, bonus option
• Private health care coverage
• Agile working (10 days for month) and flexible working hours are available
• Candidates from abroad or Italian citizens who have carried scientific research activity permanently abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years.

Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV and a cover letter.

Application’s deadline: July 15, 2025

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