Main Supervisor – BiocityTM Doctoral Programme

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.