12806 - Scientists in Ecophysiology, Ecosystem and Carbon Cycle Science

CMCC Position cod. 12806
Administrative assistant
Deadline: December 28th 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?

Our Division of Impacts on Agriculture, Forests and Ecosystem Services (IAFES) is seeking four motivated scientists to join the team of the "Monitoring and Modelling Land-Ecosystem Processes and Responses to Human and Climate-Induced Stresses" Research Unit.

We encourage applications from scientists or senior scientists with experience in ecophysiology, ecology, remote sensing and land surface modelling. The candidates will join the international and interdisciplinary team of the CONCERTO project ) contributing to the improvement of the carbon cycle representation through multi-scales models and Earth observation, a core research topic of the CMCC IAFES Division.

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

To learn more about this opportunity and submit your application, please refer to the following:
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will support the team in one of the following research topics:

• Assessing plant ecophysiological responses to abiotic factors from the individual to ecosystem scale
• Advancing the modelling of lateral carbon dynamics bridging multiple scales
• Modelling the impact of heat, atmospheric conditions, and soil moisture on ecosystems across various scales
• Refining light and water stress functions in land surface models using Solar Induce Florescence (SIF)
• Large scale assessment of land management and restoration using remote sensing data

Please indicate in the cover letter the topic number you are applying for and your level of seniority (scientist or senior scientist).

Requirements

• PhD in Ecosystem Science, Earth System Science, Environmental Science, Agriculture, or equivalent subjects. For senior profiles 8+ years of experience since the PhD is requested, while for other profiles 2+ year of experience since the PhD is requested
• Strong background in modelling and data analysis
• Fluency in English (Italian not required), good presentation and writing skills
• Willingness to travel to project meetings and conferences
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary and diverse environment committed to high-quality research
• Programming skills in R, Phyton or Fortran
• Excellent experience in research project writing and management is requested for senior profiles

Desired qualifications:

• International experience and career mobility
• Proven experience in fundraising
• Ability in post-doc supervision

Duration, Compensation & Benefits

• Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally
• The successful candidate will be based in Milan or in one of the CMCC offices in Italy.
• Hybrid or remote working arrangements are allowed
• The appointment period will be initially 12 months, renewable after a positive evaluation
• The gross salary will be based on qualification and working experience, competitive with major research centers in Europe
• Researchers of any nationality who have spent two or more years abroad could be eligible for tax exemption incentives
• Welfare benefits are included
• 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.

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