Researcher in nanocomposite design for material preservation

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 multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where materials engineers, chemists, physicists, computational scientists, conservators, art historians and archaeologists collaborate, each with their own expertise, to carry out common research.

The Center for Cultural Heritage Technology (CCHT) is coordinated by Arianna Traviglia, who has extensive experience in mediating the inclusion of technology within the study and management of cultural artefacts.

Research at CCHT focuses on promoting new technologies and approaches for analysis and preservation of tangible Cultural Heritage. This includes characterization of Cultural Heritage assets and development of protective treatments.

Within the team, your main responsibilities will be:

• Supervise the development of nanostructured materials to be applied for the protection and consolidation of heritage objects (including glass, frescoes, metal items, manuscripts and paintings).
• Oversee the characterization of CH assets and support developing sensing technologies to be integrated in the protective layers in order to monitor the state of the degradation of heritage items.
• Oversee PD researchers and PhDs.

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU SHINE

• A PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or similar disciplines
• At least 5 years of postdoctoral experience
• Documented experience on nanomaterials and polymer nanocomposites’ synthesis and processing
• Ability to perform characterization of materials (including the use of microscopy, spectroscopy, surface and thermomechanical techniques)
• A strong publication record
• Experience in grant proposal preparation at European and National level
• The ability to properly report, organize and publish research data
• Documented experience in coaching junior scientists
• Good command in spoken and written English

EXTRA AWESOME

• Background or experience in Cultural Heritage diagnostic and characterisation
• Demonstrated interest in the domain of Cultural Heritage
• Experience in supervising or co-supervising Ph.D. students or postdocs
• Broad range of contacts within international research community
• Good communication skills
• Spirit of innovation and creativity
• Ability to work in a challenging and international environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary package for international standards
• Private health care coverage
• 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 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
• cover letter (outlining motivation, experience and qualifications)
• brief research statement, expanding on current and past research
• 3 reference letters
• link to 7 representative publications

Application’s deadline: the call will remain open until the position is filled but a first deadline for evaluation of candidates will be September 15th, 2021.

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Primary Location

 VENEZIA

Job

 Researcher

Organization

 Cultural Heritage Technologie