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 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 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 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 Biocity™ 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 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 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 fieldPreferred 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 technologiesBenefits 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 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 supervision- Relevant publications and academic contributions- Your vision for supervising PhDs within the Biocity™ programmeE-mail: Subject: 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.