Science Events Specialist

Overview

IFOM is an internationally recognized non-profit cancer research institute supported by the Italian Association for Cancer Research (AIRC) based in Milan within a highly dynamic urban environment. IFOM’s continuous success is ensured by recruiting highly selected undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate researchers from over 24 countries worldwide. IFOM is hosted within a research campus shared with the European Institute of Oncology and the Italian Institute of Technology. IFOM is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment, based on mutual respect and the enhancement of diversity, offering equal job opportunities to all qualified candidates. We seek for our Institute: Science Events Specialist

The candidate should have experience in science events organisation. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Communication and Events Office and working in close collaboration with the Office Staff, IFOM staff and Faculty, the role involves the organisation of scientific events and conferences and the creation contents via a range of media for a variety of academic and non-academic audiences, inspiring and informing audiences about IFOM scientific mission, values, goals and results. The post will offer a superb opportunity to broaden and deepen professional skills by working across a range of tasks within science communication.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering an annual programme of Science Events;
• Managing event logistics, including budgeting, marketing, invitations, catering, delegate registration, speaker briefings, abstract book, venue and suppliers liaison;
• Managing IFOM events locations for all internal and external stakeholders;
• Collaborating in creating contents for websites, corporate communication, reports, media and social media.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-year relevant experience in a similar role;
• High-level organisational detail-oriented skills to handle multiple projects and multiple partners at a given time, to manage a diverse workload and to ensure effective communications are delivered within deadline;
• A flexible and problem solving approach to work effectively in response to changing demands;
• Use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), online events platforms and social-media platforms;
• Experience with Social Media Management and strong editing capability are assets.

Education

University degree preferably in a scientific field.

Languages

Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Italian.

Soft skills

Excellent listening, communication, interpersonal skills, problem-solving ability, flexibility, and a strong team-oriented attitude.

What we offer

International work environment; continuous training; flextime; guest house inside the Campus; agreements with discounts for Gym, Pharmacy, Psychology service and various shops around Ifom area; bar and canteen inside the campus & lunch benefit; company nursery; continuous support to candidates and their families (including homing, schooling, registration to the national health system, work permit etc.) thanks to the activities of the Welcome office; medical service; laptop; caf service; tax declaration; life and medical insurance.

Contacts

Applicants should send their CV and cover letter detailing relevant experience and skills, stating why they want the position and including details of availability to

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Last update: 19/03/26