Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia

WHO WE ARE

At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarter is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centres around Italy and two outer-stations based in the US for a truly interdisciplinary experience.

YOUR TEAM

You’d be working in a multi-disciplinary group, where people with different backgrounds collaborate, each with their own expertise, to carry out the research.

Within the team, your main responsibilities will be:

• Install, configure and maintain servers and networks;
• Oversee system performance and troubleshoot issues;
• Ensuring data is stored securely and backed up regularly;
• Providing ICT technical support and service as per the Center requests.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS 

• A high-school diploma or degree in Computer Science, Information System Management, Information Technology or a similar discipline;
• Previous experience with service desk operations and support within Windows and Linux environment;
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Mac and Linux operating systems, Office Automation and ERP services;
• Previous experience with distributed network licensing systems, and the setup and configuration of wireless network authentication protocols;
• Ability to assemble computer hardware;
• Good knowledge of written and spoken English.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Prior Experience with IT Service Management;
• Knowledge of HPC system and parallel computation methods;
• Problem-solving attitude and cooperative approach with stakeholders;
• Good communication skills;
• Ability to work in an international, result-oriented environment.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary package for international standards;
• Private health care coverage;
• Wide range of staff discounts;
• 2 days of teleworking per week (on demand);
• Flexible working time.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us!
• We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs!
• If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you! There’s a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation!

• If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society!
• We stick to our values! Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in! They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission!

If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply!

Primary Location: ROVERETO

WHO WE ARE

At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarter is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centres around Italy and two outer-stations based in the US for a truly interdisciplinary experience.

YOUR TEAM

You’d be working in a multi-disciplinary group, where people with different backgrounds collaborate, each with their own expertise, to carry out the research.

The Project Office, part of the Research Organisation Directorate is seeking to appoint an Administrative Support with experience in administrative and financial management of research projects.

Within the team, your main responsibilities will be:

• Prepare project reports and audits in coordination with administrative resources
• Archive and storage of supporting documents of expenses incurred in order to prepare documentation for reporting
• Collaborate in the management and monitoring of project activities

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU SHINE

• A master or bachelor degree in economic/financial discipline or similar
• one or two years of experience in administrative and financial management of research projects.
• Good knowledge of the English language
• Familiarity with the main IT software packages, including Word and Excel
• A cooperative approach with the stakeholders
• Accuracy and good analytical skills

EXTRA AWESOME

• Knowledge of ERP software
• Good communication skills
• Strong problem solving attitude
• High motivation to learn
• Spirit of innovation and creativity
• Good in time and priority management
• Ability to work in a challenging and international environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary and multicultural environment

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary package for international standards (Salary can include bonus option depending on your role and contract)
• Private health care coverage
• Wide range of staff discounts
• 2 days of teleworking per week
• Flexible working time

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us!
• We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs!
• If you are a startupper or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide your attitude and aspirations.
• If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society!
• We stick to our values! Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in! They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission!

If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply!

Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV.

Application’s deadline: November 23rd, 2021

We inform you that the information you provide will be used solely for the purposes of evaluating and selecting professional profiles in order to meet the requirements of Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia.

Your data will be processed by Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, based in Genoa, Via Morego 30, acting as Data Controller, in compliance with the rules on protection of personal data, including those related to data security.

Please also note that, pursuant to articles 15 et. seq. of European Regulation no. 679/2016 (General Data Protection Regulation), you may exercise your rights at any time by contacting the Data Protection Officer (phone Tel: +39 010 28961 – email: dpo@iit.it ).

Primary Location: GENOVA

WHO WE ARE

At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarter is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centres around Italy and two outer-stations based in the US for a truly interdisciplinary experience.

YOUR TEAM

The Soft Biorobotics Perception Research line is coordinated by Dr. Lucia Beccai, who has extensive experience in bioinspired smart tactile sensing systems, bionics, biorobotics and soft robotics. The research aim is to create new soft robots with embodied sensing processes based on the investigation of natural-like physical interactions (like those of an elephant trunk gripping food or other items), to eventually develop totally new robotic solutions that can ‘see the world’ and intelligently interact with it. You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where engineers (mechanical, electrical, biomedical etc.), material and computer science experts, collaborate, each with their own expertise, to carry out common research with outstanding facilities.

Within the team, your main responsibility will be:

• to technically support the research activities for the development of soft transduction systems (design, fabrication, test);
• to assist in lab logistics, lab safety procedures, purchasing of goods/equipment.
• ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
• MSc in Mechatronics, Electronic Engineering or engineering-related areas;
• Hands-on-skills:
  • Design/assembly/test of electromechanical set-ups;
  • Software/programming languages (e.g. C/C++, Labview, Matlab, etc.) for testing of soft sensors and actuators, and data analysis;
  • Electronic instruments (e.g. oscilloscopes, multimeter, data logger, analyzers);
  • Universal testing machines (stress/strain, indentation)
• Good knowledge of electronic and mechanical CAD software;
• Proved experience in working in an experimental laboratory;
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment;
• Efficient to properly organize, store, and report research data;
• Good command in spoken and written English.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Knowledge of Comsol multiphysics software to study coupled or multiphysics phenomena, and to perform simulations of mechanical, optical and electrical systems;
• Knowledge of characterization tools at the microscale and optical analysis (e.g. SEM, digital microscope, etc.)
• Skills on elastomeric materials casting, molding, demolding, curing techniques;
• Creative and strong attitude at problem solving;
• Good communication skills;
• Good in time and priority management.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary package for international standards
• Wide range of staff discounts

 WHAT’S IN FOR YOU?

• An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us!
• We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs!
• If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you! There’s a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation.
• If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society!
• We stick to our values! Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in. They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission.

If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply!

Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV, university transcripts and cover letter (outlining motivation and qualifications).

Primary Location: GENOVA

The Humanoid and Human Centred Mechatronics (HHCM) Research Line (https://www.iit.it/research/lines/humanoids-human-centered-mechatronics) at the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT) an English-language research Institute placed in Genoa, Italy, is seeking to full-time appoint a Mechatronic/Robot design/assembly Engineer who will have a key role on the area of mechanical design, assembly and debugging of prototype robotic systems.

We are looking for highly motivated Mechanical Engineers with experience in designing and hands-on skills in building and troubleshooting of robotic and mechanical systems. Specific responsibilities of the job would include the following:

• Design and assemble new robot mechanical components using 3D/2D CAD design tools.
• Physically inspect, evaluate and troubleshoot mechanical hardware issues
• Integrate mechanical and electronic components to fully assemble novel customized robot prototypes.
• Interact with mechanical workshops and evaluate manufacturers and suppliers of nonstandard parts.

The ideal candidate should possess a Mechanical Engineer degree and be able to demonstrate:

• Excellent knowledge of CAD software tools (primarily with Pro Engineer and ANSYS, other relevant also welcome).
• Very good experience in understanding and working with technical mechanical drawings.
• At least 3 years of experience in the design/assembly and debugging of practical electro-mechanical systems.
• Excellent hands-on skills in the assembly of mechanical parts.
• Very good experience in interacting with mechanical workshop personnel as well as in operating standard workshop machinery including 3D rapid prototype machines.

The position is open for immediate starting. The selected candidate will be in charge of the development upgrade and maintenance of robotic systems within the Humanoid and Human Centered Mechatronics Research line for a range of state of the art robot platforms including COMAN, WALK-MAN, CENTAURO, and human centered systems such as wearable power augmentation and teleoperation Master devices.

The successful candidate will be offered a contract with a competitive salary which will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Primary Location: GENOVA

WHO WE ARE

At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarter is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centres around Italy and two outer-stations based in the US for a truly interdisciplinary experience.

YOUR TEAM 

You’d be working within the Humanoid & Human Centred Mechatronics Research Line  at the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT) a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group with strong expertise in robot design, modelling and control of new mechatronics components.  The Humanoid & Human Centred Mechatronics Research Line is coordinated by Nikos Tsagarakis, who has extensive experience in Robotics and Mechatronics. The research concentrates on robot design exploring state of art design approaches (structural, actuation and transmission systems) combined with advancements in control including whole body loco-manipulation generation, balancing regulation and teleoperation control.

is seeking to appoint a full-time Junior Mechatronic/Assembly Engineer that will have a key research role on the area of electromechanical assembly and testing of customized robotic platforms.  We are looking for a highly motivated, skilled and enthusiastic Junior Mechatronic/Assembly Engineer with interests in building and troubleshooting of robotic and mechanical systems. Specific responsibilities of the job would include the following:

We are looking for a highly motivated, skilled and enthusiastic Junior Mechatronic/Assembly Engineer with interests in building and troubleshooting of robotic and mechanical systems. Within the team, your main responsibilities will be:

• Assembly of new robot mechanical components.
• Inspection and evaluation of mechanical hardware issues.
• Integration of mechanical and electronic components to fully assemble novel customized robot prototypes.
• Electromechanical maintenance and troubleshooting of robot prototypes.
• Operation of 3D printing machines and standard workshop equipment and tools.
• Interaction with mechanical workshops and evaluate manufacturers and suppliers for the fabrication of nonstandard parts.
• Maintenance of mechanical workshop tools and components.

The selected candidate will be in charge of the development upgrade and maintenance of robotic systems within the Humanoid and Human Centered Mechatronics Research line for a range of state of the art robot platforms including COMAN, WALK-MAN, CENTAURO and human centered systems such as wearable power augmentation and teleoperation Master devices.

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU SHINE

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Excellent hands-on skills in the assembly of electromechanical parts.
• Good experience in interacting with mechanical workshop personnel as well as in operating standard workshop machinery.
• Good experience in understanding and working with technical mechanical drawings.

EXTRA AWESOME

• Any knowledge of CAD software tools is welcome and will be a plus.
• Experience in using standard electronics/electrical equipment
• Strong problem solving attitude
• High motivation to learn
• Good in time and priority management
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment
• Good communication skills in English

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The position is open for immediate starting.

• The successful candidate will be offered a contract with a competitive salary which will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Private health care coverage
• Flexible working time

WHAT’S IN FOR YOU?

• An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us!
• We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs!
• If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you! There’s a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation!
• If you are a startupper or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide your attitude and aspirations.
• If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society!
• We stick to our values! Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in! They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission!

If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply!

Primary Location: GENOVA S. QUIRICO