SOIL AND WATER SYSTEMS DIVISION DIRECTOR

CMCC Position Soil and Water Systems Division Director Deadline: October 31 st , 2024 WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Our Institute for Climate Resilience (ICR) is building the next generation CMCC core models to advance the understanding of the intersection of climate, ecosystems, and society, to support operational (shorter term) to strategic (longer term) decisions, planning, and investments towards climate-resilient development. We are looking for a leader who will guide the new Division SOWAS (Soil and Water Systems) to advance the knowledge of the coupled soil and water processes, also opening to new disciplines and themes at CMCC/ICR. The investigated aspects will go deeper than the usual consideration of soil and water systems separately or of their interactions in the upper surface layers, to cover key dynamics occurring up to the lower part of the Earth’s critical zone, whose understanding - especially in the context of combined climate and anthropic change - is still limited, fragmented or overlooked. The Division will also foster the exploitation, analysis and integration of existing and/or still untapped data and methods from initiatives and partnerships dedicated to soil and water across spatio-temporal scales, from measurements to modeling, to feed the formulation and development of further physically based, AI, and hybrid approaches. The Division will cooperate with the other ICR Divisions to complement, benefit from and/or feed their already consolidated activities, enabling ICR to successfully integrate its research areas with CMCC’s strategic programs and other Institutes. 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! ROLE The Director reports to the Institute Director and is responsible for overseeing all research activities within the division. According to the Institute's Plans, the Director will oversee the Division's Strategic Plan and the Three-Year Budget for the Division's scientific activities. RESPONSIBILITIES Development of a fundraising agenda in line with the objectives of the division and with the strategy of the Institute. Implementation and monitoring of research projects, identifying the priorities concerning the mandate of the division. Coordination with the other Division Directors in the elaboration and submission of funding proposals. Planning management of resources and management of the budget allocated to the division, making efficient use of funding funds. Management of human resources, with a view to guidance and mentoring, facilitating involvement, motivation, satisfaction and growth. Collaboration with the other Division Directors to ensure disciplinary integration. Monitoring of the progress of projects in compliance with deadlines. Networking development in collaboration with the Institute Director. Ensure contacts with communication office to facilitate communication towards research community and society at large. Support to the Institute Director in the creation of reports and KPIs for the evaluation of the results achieved. REQUIREMENTS Strong focus on research objectives. Consolidated scientific network. Ability to coordinate and manage personnel. Ability to plan, organize and supervise research activities. Good communication and interpersonal skills. DURATION, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS The appointment is assigned by the President based on a joint proposal of the Scientific Director and Institute Director, following internal and external selection. Permanent contract with a 3-year renewable appointment, following evaluation of the achievement of the objectives, based on a "Review" process, defined and coordinated by the Personnel Office and led by the executive leadership in coordination with the Institute Director. The gross annual salary will be based on qualification and working experience; recognition of a variable remuneration portion valued based on the objectives achieved related to the role, in compliance with the provisions of the CMCC internal policies. Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract. Flexible working time as per internal policies. Support during the immigration process, if needed. The Director will be based in any of CMCC offices. 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. Applicants responding to this posting declare that they have read, understood and agreed to the “” . We will keep your information on file for up to 1 year. #J-18808-Ljbffr