12749 - Researcher in Climate Impacts On Transport Infrastructure

**CMCC Position cod. 12749** **Researcher in Climate Impacts on Transport Infrastructure** Deadline: August 3rd, 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? **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 Researcher will be part of the Adaptation Engineering unit of the REMHI Division and will support in advancing knowledge and tools to analyze the vulnerability and adaptation of transport infrastructure to both extreme and slow-onset climate events. This includes developing models and decision-support frameworks to assess resilience and adaptation measures across scales. **RESPONSIBILITIES** The Researcher will support the REMHI Division, with: - Assess the impact of climate change on road, rail, and bridge infrastructure. - Support the development of methodologies for vulnerability and resilience assessment. - Contribute to the design of adaptation strategies and resilient infrastructure solutions. - Collaborate in the development of applied modelling tools (physical or data-driven). - Support participation in EU/international projects, proposal writing, and reporting. **REQUIREMENTS** - Experience in transport infrastructure design, management, or assessment. - Familiarity with climate risk data, modelling tools (e.g., transport network analysis, GIS, others), or asset management. - Interest in multi-hazard or compound risk analysis is a plus. - Proficiency in English; excellent writing and communication skills. - Accuracy and good analytical skills. - Proactive and collaborative mindset; ability to interact with diverse stakeholders. - Team attitude and capacity to work in interdisciplinary contexts. **DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS** - Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally. - The Managers will be based in Caserta CMCC office. - 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. - Support during the immigration process, if needed. **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 identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. Please omit from your CV any data you or we might consider discriminatory. This job announcement is an invitation to express interest in the above-mentioned CMCC Position. Applicants responding to this posting declare that they have read, understood and agreed to the **“**Official Rule for the CMCC Personnel recruitment**"**. We will keep your information on file for up to 1 year. joR1qkLwsk