Main Supervisor

Main Supervisor – BiocityTM Doctoral Programme (Senior Academic Lead & University Coordination) Part-time, research-based appointment Hybrid work model (on-site in Milan + remote collaboration with partner universities) Travel and meeting expenses will be reimbursed upon approval An NDA must be signed This role is designed for a senior academic professional, serving as the primary scientific supervisor for visiting PhD candidates within the BiocityTM programme and coordinating inter-university collaboration. About Institute Itech: Institute Itech is an early-stage multinational company operating at the intersection of education, advanced technology, and urban sustainability. The BiocityTM Doctoral Programme is a multi-country, interdisciplinary research initiative involving universities and research institutions across Europe and beyond. Its research clusters (DCs) include: Architecture & Urban Ecology Environmental Engineering & Materials Energy Systems & Circular Resources Public Space Behaviour & Social Sustainability Governance, Policy & Climate Neutrality Digital Twins, AI for Cities, and Predictive Urban Models Institute Itech will host selected PhD candidates and contribute to the scientific coordination of the network. About the Role: We are seeking a Main Supervisor (MS) for the BiocityTM Doctoral Programme who will act as: the primary scientific supervisor for PhD candidates hosted at Institute Itech, the institutional liaison with all partner universities, the quality controller for training, supervision, and progress monitoring, the core academic reference inside Institute Itech for the BiocityTM research agenda. This is a senior, high-responsibility academic role requiring strong experience in doctoral supervision, interdisciplinary research, and European collaborative frameworks. Responsibilities: Serve as Main Supervisor for one or more PhD candidates hosted at Institute Itech Develop and oversee individual research plans, milestones, and progress reviews Coordinate with co-supervisors across partner universities Ensure scientific quality and compliance with MSCA-style doctoral standards Participate in Doctoral Committees, mid-term evaluations, and annual reporting Guide the candidates in research design, publication strategies, and project development Facilitate access to Institute Itech resources, labs, tools, and scientific networks Support the alignment between PhD research and the BiocityTM clusters (DCs) Act as the liaison between Institute Itech and academic institutions in Europe and internationally Lead scientific meetings, joint seminars, and inter-university workshops Contribute to European research collaboration, grant writing, and consortium development Represent Institute Itech in academic events, conferences, and research boards Requirements: A completed PhD in one of the BiocityTM DC disciplines (urban studies, environmental engineering, architecture, energy, materials, sustainability, governance, digital twins, etc.) Minimum 15 years of academic experience, training, or research involvement Significant experience in doctoral supervision and PhD mentoring A strong record of peer-reviewed publications, scientific output, or research excellence Solid understanding of European research frameworks (Horizon Europe, MSCA, Erasmus+, etc.) Proven ability to coordinate multi-country, interdisciplinary projects Excellent communication skills in English (Italian is a plus) Strong academic reputation and credibility within their field Preferred Qualifications: Experience as a PI, WP Leader, or Coordinator in EU-funded projects Previous participation in doctoral networks or structured PhD programmes Expertise in cross-disciplinary research and sustainability Strong network among European universities and research institutes Background in supervising interdisciplinary teams Experience in urban innovation, climate research, smart cities, or environmental technologies Benefits Provided: Reimbursement of travel and inter-university collaboration meetings Academic leadership role in a flagship international research programme Access to Institute Itech's research infrastructure and project ecosystem Involvement in high-impact doctoral training and urban sustainability research Strategic positioning within the BiocityTM network and Europe-wide collaborations How to Apply: Please send: Your CV (with publications list) A short letter (max 1 page), in English or Italian, describing: Your experience in doctoral supervision Relevant publications and academic contributions Your vision for supervising PhDs within the BiocityTM programme E-mail: in.oiap2025@institute.iite.eu Subject: WE2025 Job – Main Supervisor BiocityTM – [Name Surname] Time Commitment This is a part-time academic supervision role, requiring a minimum commitment of 4–6 hours per week, with participation in structured doctoral training activities, reviews, meetings, and inter-university coordination. We are seeking a highly experienced academic leader capable of guiding research excellence and representing Institute Itech within the European scientific landscape.