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16 June 2026

Junior Project Manager - R&D Area

To strengthen our Research & Development area, we are looking for a Junior Project Manager to join the R&D team. 
The selected candidate will work closely with the Head of Research & Development, supporting her in coordinating and managing innovative national and European projects. 
A professional growth path is envisaged, aimed at gradually acquiring autonomy in managing projects and assignments. 

Main responsibilities 

  • Collaborate in the planning, organization, and management of project activities; 

  • Support the monitoring of timelines, resources, and project progress; 

  • Contribute to the operational coordination of internal and external working groups; 

  • Prepare technical documentation, reports, and project materials; 

  • Provide support in cost control activities and in managing relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders; 

  • Participate in the development of technological innovation and digitalization initiatives; 

  • Assist the team in managing nationally and European-funded projects, with a particular focus on research, development, and technology transfer activities. 

Requirements 

  • Master’s degree in Management, Environmental, or Civil Engineering; 

  • At least 2 years of professional experience in Project Management or similar roles; 

  • Knowledge of the main Project Management methodologies and tools; 

  • Good command of Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project; 

  • Excellent knowledge of English (minimum level C1); 

  • Knowledge of a second foreign language is a plus; 

  • Knowledge of Python is considered an asset; 

  • Familiarity with collaboration and project management tools such as Trello and Jira is appreciated. 

 Soft skills 

  • Strong motivation to learn and grow professionally; 

  • Accuracy, organization, and attention to detail; 

  • Proactive mindset and problem-solving orientation; 

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; 

  • Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and innovative environments. 

What we offer 

  • Direct employment with a permanent contract; 

  • Salary starting from Level III of the Commerce Collective Agreement (CCNL), with a gross annual salary between €27,800 and €30,000, depending on experience, skills, and level of autonomy; 

  • Professional growth path within the Research & Development area; 

  • Involvement in high-tech national and European innovative projects; 

  • Dynamic, collaborative, and innovation-driven work environment. 

 

Work location: Trieste (Area Science Park), with occasional travel in Italy and abroad. 

Inclusion and equal opportunities 

This job posting is open to candidates of all genders, in accordance with Law 903/77, and complies with UNI/PdR 125:2022 guidelines on gender equality. 

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