12722 - Communication Specialist

**CMCC Position cod. 12771**
**Science Coordination Advisor**
Deadline: October 5th, 2025

**WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR**

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where your proactiveness and management prowess can translate directly into tangible outcomes in the research field?

We are looking for one Science Coordination Advisor to carry out activities in support of the MAGICA project, contributing to the realization of tasks assigned to ATEC within work packages. MAGICA aims to accelerate the development and exchange of knowledge from research and innovation to inform policy and action. This occurs based on circular and repeated interactions with the strategic, scientific, and societal components of climate research and innovation. The project also focuses on the European Research Area (ERA), a unified market for research, innovation, and technology.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Science Coordination Advisor to support the delivery of a Horizon Europe-funded project focused on strengthening the science-policy interface in climate change science led by CMCC-ATEC in collaboration with JPI Climate. Together with the team the advisor will work to the implementation of MAGICA milestones such as included in the Roadmap towards the Climate Neutrality Forum 2026. The work will be carried out in strong collaboration with the project partners and the Central Secretariat of JPI Climate, based in Brussels, Belgium.
**ABOUT US**

CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.

CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.

At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.

Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey that will further boost CMCC’s global position in climate change research Together

**ROLE**

The Science Coordination Advisor reports to the ATEC Director.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

The Science Coordination Advisor will support ATEC, as follows:

- Support the ATEC Director in its role as coordinator of MAGICA and VICE Chair of JPI Climate to steer the progress of the project
- Organize and contribute to the implementation of decisions by the Steering Committee
- Provide supporting material, organize project meetings and draft minutes as well as ensure follow up
- Write news items and communication material in relation to MAGICA events in collaboration with the team on communications at JPI Climate
- Initiate and manage information flow within different MAGICA and JPI Climate bodies and key stakeholders
- Organize various forums for networking and exchange between knowledge holders, researchers, and policymakers - online and in person.

**REQUIREMENTS**

We are looking for a motivated person with the following requirements:

- Master in communication or international affairs
- At least 3 years of work experience
- High motivation to work in a multicultural environment
- Capacity to take initiative
- Team worker and excellent communication skills in English

Nice to have:

- Initial experience in Horizon Europe project management

**DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS**
- Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally.
- The appointment period will initially be 5 months and renewable pending a positive evaluation.
- Contract and gross annual salary will be based on qualifications and working experience.
- Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract.
- Flexible working time as per internal policies.

**PROTECTED CATEGORY**
Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition.
Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners).
CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identit