Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia

Administrative Assistant

Italy

Commitment & contract: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Genova

Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future!

At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds.

We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential.

THE ROLE

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 selected person will work closely with junior and senior researchers, supporting them in all administrative activities.

Your main responsibilities will be:

  • Organization of national and international travels of the staff.
  • Management of student and undergraduate affiliation.
  • Supporting hiring procedures for employees and collaborators.
  • Interface with the scientific representatives and the internal and external stakeholders for all secretarial-administrative matters.
  • Collaborate in the systematic archiving and conservation of supporting documents for expenses to prepare the relative reports.
  • Collaboration on the administrative management and monitoring of projects.
  • Support the preparation of reports and reporting files on all project activity.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • A master or bachelor degree in Linguistic/ Economic or Scientific disciplines.
  • Experience in  travel organization, administrative support and secretariat.
  • 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. 

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

  • Knowledge of SAP 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 PACKAGE

  • Competitive salary for international standards.
  • Private health care coverage depending on your role and contract.
  • Two days of teleworking per week and flexible working hours are available for certain roles.
  • Meal vouchers depending on your work contract.. 

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

Application’s deadline: insert application deadline April 8th, 2025.

To discover more about life at IIT, visit the dedicated section here: https://www.iit.it/en/work-at-iit

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