Main Supervisor – Biocity™ Doctoral Programme

Main Supervisor – Biocity™ 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 signedThis role is designed for a senior academic professional, serving as the primary scientific supervisor for visiting PhD candidates within the Biocity™ 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 Biocity™ 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 EcologyEnvironmental Engineering & MaterialsEnergy Systems & Circular ResourcesPublic Space Behaviour & Social SustainabilityGovernance, Policy & Climate NeutralityDigital Twins, AI for Cities, and Predictive Urban ModelsInstitute 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 Biocity™ 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 Biocity™ 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 ItechDevelop and oversee individual research plans, milestones, and progress reviewsCoordinate with co-supervisors across partner universitiesEnsure scientific quality and compliance with MSCA-style doctoral standardsParticipate in Doctoral Committees, mid-term evaluations, and annual reportingGuide the candidates in research design, publication strategies, and project developmentFacilitate access to Institute Itech resources, labs, tools, and scientific networksSupport the alignment between PhD research and the Biocity™ clusters (DCs)Act as the liaison between Institute Itech and academic institutions in Europe and internationallyLead scientific meetings, joint seminars, and inter-university workshopsContribute to European research collaboration, grant writing, and consortium developmentRepresent Institute Itech in academic events, conferences, and research boardsRequirements:A completed PhD in one of the Biocity™ DC disciplines (urban studies, environmental engineering, architecture, energy, materials, sustainability, governance, digital twins, etc.)Minimum 15 years of academic experience, training, or research involvementSignificant experience in doctoral supervision and PhD mentoringA strong record of peer-reviewed publications, scientific output, or research excellenceSolid understanding of European research frameworks (Horizon Europe, MSCA, Erasmus+, etc.)Proven ability to coordinate multi-country, interdisciplinary projectsExcellent communication skills in English (Italian is a plus)Strong academic reputation and credibility within their fieldPreferred Qualifications:Experience as a PI, WP Leader, or Coordinator in EU-funded projectsPrevious participation in doctoral networks or structured PhD programmesExpertise in cross-disciplinary research and sustainabilityStrong network among European universities and research institutesBackground in supervising interdisciplinary teamsExperience in urban innovation, climate research, smart cities, or environmental technologiesBenefits Provided:Reimbursement of travel and inter-university collaboration meetingsAcademic leadership role in a flagship international research programmeAccess to Institute Itech’s research infrastructure and project ecosystemInvolvement in high-impact doctoral training and urban sustainability researchStrategic positioning within the Biocity™ network and Europe-wide collaborationsHow to Apply:Please send:Your CV (with publications list)A short letter (max 1 page), in English or Italian, describing:Your experience in doctoral supervisionRelevant publications and academic contributionsYour vision for supervising PhDs within the Biocity™ programmeE-mail: : WE2025 Job – Main Supervisor Biocity™ – (Name Surname)Time CommitmentThis 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.