12800 - Science Training Coordination Specialist

CMCC Position cod. 12800
Science Training Coordination Specialist
Deadline: December 1st, 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 seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented
Science Training Coordination Specialist
to join our team at the Advanced Training and Education Center (ATEC). In this role, you will support the planning, coordination, and implementation of ATEC training and education initiatives, with a strong focus on fundraising activities and managing relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

As a central member of our team, you will help drive collaboration across departments, identify and pursue funding opportunities, and ensure the smooth and effective execution of training and education programs that align with CMCC and ATEC's strategic goals. This position is ideal for a proactive individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to contribute to impactful scientific and educational initiatives.

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:
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The
Science Training Coordination Specialist
reports to the ATEC Director.

Responsibilities
The
Science Training Coordination Specialist
will support ATEC, as follows:

• Supporting ATEC business line managers in coordinating activities, maintaining relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders, and developing new partnerships.
• Identify and select new National, European and International funding opportunities and draft new project proposals, in line with ATEC strategy and by liasing with the dedicated internal fund raising and grant management office.
• Manage and implement project activities within ATEC portfolio ensuring the smooth management, coordination and reporting while achieving its objectives and complying with contractual obligations
• Organize networking and engagement activities 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, political sciences or international affairs
• At least 2 years of work experience
• High motivation to work in a multicultural and high-pace environment
• Proactive Team worker and excellent communication skills in English

Nice to have:

• Scientific background is a plus
• Initial experience in Horizon Europe project management

Duration, Compensation & Benefits

• Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally.
• The Managers will be based in Milan CMCC office
• Contract and gross annual salary will be based on qualifications and working experience
• Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract
• 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.