CMCC PositionExpert on Climate change adaptation EngineeringDeadline: July 31st, 2024WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORThe Division of Regional Models and geo-hydrological impacts (REHMI) at the Institute for Climate Resilience (ICR) is seeking a talented Researcher expert on climate change adaptation, standards, and infrastructure asset management including flood risk and asset management of transport infrastructures.
It is considered important a significant expertise in research, construction, maintenance, and improved resilience of civil engineering infrastructures.The Expert will contribute to research products, including project deliverables and scientific publications, ensuring smooth management of financial resources, overseeing day-to-day operations, or providing strategic support for research initiatives.
Your contribution will be crucial to our collective success.ABOUT USCMCC 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 modeling.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.ROLEThe successful applicants will be responsible for contributing and developing frameworks to ensure the climate proofing of buildings and infrastructures in a climate change perspective.
The researcher is also expected to contribute to our multifaceted efforts in climate adaptation by researching, analyzing policy frameworks, working in a dynamic and multidisciplinary environment, with a visible impact on policy and society.
Furthermore, the candidate is expected to carry out mentoring activities for younger profiles, supporting their training.RESPONSIBILITIESThe Researcher will support the Regional Models and geo-hydrological impacts (REMHI), with activities related to climate change adaptation, standards, and infrastructure resource management, including flood risk and transport infrastructure resource management.REQUIREMENTSPhD (or equivalent working experience) in civil engineering, hydrological sciences, or related environmental studies;Consolidated knowledge of standards for building construction and maintenance and their adaptation to climate change;Past experience as an expert adviser for infrastructure construction and maintenance;Consolidated experience in acting as a mentor and trainer for early career scientists;Proven ability to support the management and the improvement of experts' networks;Proven expertise in drafting reports, policy briefs supporting practitioners, decision-makers, and administrations to deal with climate change related issues;Fluency in English.ADDITIONAL SKILLS:Willingness and motivation to learn;Teamworking and problem-solving attitude;Accuracy in performing the tasks and efficiency in meeting deadlines, managing priorities, and achieving results;Flexibility and adaptability to work on diverse projects and respond to emerging challenges in the topic.DURATION, COMPENSATION BENEFITSPlease note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally;The Managers will be based in Caserta CMCC office;The appointment period will be initially of n°12 months starting from September 2024.
Tenure can be granted from 2 to 4 years after being appointed as a junior researcher.
;Welfare package, for a minimum 12 months contract;Flexible working time as per internal policies;Support during the immigration process, if needed.PROTECTED CATEGORYBelonging 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.
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