Head of Technological Development and Innovation
We are seeking to hire a responsible and experienced professional for the newly created Technology Development and Innovation Area, to lead strategic innovation projects in the fields of energy technologies, decarbonization, and the production of sustainable fuels for transport.
Responsibilities
Create and lead the team that will constitute the Institute's technology development and innovation projects, in collaboration with industry, focused on energy technologies and sustainability.
Develop technical initiatives for innovation, scaling, and feasibility studies for the exploitation of new technologies in decarbonization, circular economy, and sustainable fuel production.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for the energy sector.
Develop and implement innovation strategies aligned with companies' sustainability and energy objectives.
Establish collaborations with the industrial sector, both nationally and internationally.
Lead the Institute's technology transfer and entrepreneurship activities, including evaluation and exploitation of results, industrial property management, licensing agreements, and fundraising.
Participate in events, networks, associations, and platforms of industrial interest.
Prepare technical reports and indicators.
Requirements
University degree in Science or Engineering.
Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in technology development and innovation.
At least 4 years of experience in leading teams.
Fluent oral and written communication skills in English.
Submission of a proposed organizational and activity plan for the Technology Development and Innovation Area (maximum 3 pages).
Experience managing innovation projects in the energy sector.
Experience in renewable and sustainable energy projects.
Experience in developing international projects.
Knowledge of emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, and Blockchain.
PhD in Science or Engineering.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Conditions
Annual gross salary : €60,000 – €82,000, depending on experience and qualifications
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