Research Program Manager

Fondazione Telethon, an Italian biomedical charity funding research on genetic diseases, is currently looking to fill a position for Research Program Manager in its Scientific Office, based in Milan.

The successful candidate will play an essential role in ensuring that the Telethon peer review process identifies the most promising research grant applications. Moreover, he/she will be engaged in the management of national and international programs and alliance initiatives involving researchers and patient organizations.

Responsabilities

• Analyze the scientific content of grant applications and select the appropriate reviewers
• Participate in the organization and running of review sessions
• Manage relationships with Telethon grantees and assess Telethon’s research activities ex post

Skills/Requirements

• Scientific Degree; Ph.D. is required
• Postdoctoral experience or equivalent is required
• Previous experience in biomedical research and a broad knowledge of human genetics are essential.
• Previous experience in a funding agency or other peer-review processes will be considered a strong plus.
• Experience with grant writing and management will be considered a plus.
• Experience in working in an international context is desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Scientific and layman’s language communication and writing skills
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Excellent project management and organization skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good analytical skills
• Proficient in the use of standard office software

We will only consider candidates who will attach their Resume when applying.

We thank you in advance for expressing your interest in the Organization. We inform you that, due to the huge amount of applications received, we will be able to provide a feedback only to those who will be contacted from Fondazione Telethon.