Lead Project Director

2 settimane fa

Piemonte, Italia Institute Itech A tempo pieno

Scientific Lead & Project Manager - OxyleafTM Project Part-time, unpaid during the early phase Hybrid work model (remote and/or on-site in Milan, Rome, 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 Technologies or Chief Science Officer (CSO) role based on performance and project growth.
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 a portfolio of innovation projects designed to integrate sustainability, advanced engineering, and social impact.
One of our flagship environmental technology initiatives is:
OxyleafTM – Synthetic plant systems for urban air purification, renewable energy generation (OPV & thermoelectric), and environmental data collection.
The company is legally incorporated (USA, Italy) and is now building its founding leadership team to bring these projects from concept to large-scale deployment.
About the Role: We are seeking a Scientific Lead & Head of OxyleafTM to guide the research, development, and scientific validation of the project. This role combines scientific leadership , applied R&D , and strategic management , ensuring OxyleafTM achieves excellence in environmental performance, renewable energy efficiency, and real-world deployment. The selected candidate will lead interdisciplinary work involving physics, renewable energy systems, and environmental biology .
Oversee scientific research, prototyping, and validation of OxyleafTM technologies Lead R&D on photovoltaic (OPV), thermoelectric, and energy storage systems Coordinate environmental impact studies on air purification, heat reduction, and CO2/O2 balance Collaborate with engineers, material scientists, and Io T specialists for sensor integration
Guide the selection and testing of bio-inspired design elements and synthetic materials Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and urban infrastructure standards
Represent the project in scientific, institutional, and investor presentations Develop relationships with universities, research centers, and industrial partners
Solid understanding of energy harvesting technologies , climate science , and biological systems Experience managing interdisciplinary research teams and technology pilots
Strong scientific writing and public presentation skills
Fluent in English (Italian is a strong plus)
Preferred Qualifications: Previous involvement in urban sustainability or climate adaptation projects Knowledge of materials science , catalytic filtration , or bio-mimetic engineering Experience in grant writing, EU Horizon projects , or public-private research funding Network within academic, governmental, or green-tech investment sectors
Reimbursement of travel and mobility expenses
Access to advanced R&D tools, cloud resources, and collaboration platforms
A short letter (max 1 page), in English or Italian, describing:
Why you are interested in leading the OxyleafTM project
We are looking for a scientific leader with vision, technical authority, and a commitment to environmental innovation .

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