Director for the Research Center for Machine Intelligence (MI)

Art. 1 Premise

Fondazione Bruno Kessler (FBK) is a leading non-profit, public research institution with an international profile. Fondazione Bruno Kessler acts as a scientific and technological hub, its premises and platforms hosting a lively ecosystem of co-located ventures, spin-offs, projects, and training.

Art. 3 Goals

The establishment of the new Center for Machine Intelligence (MI) represents a strategic step for Fondazione Bruno Kessler in addressing the scientific challenge of the next generation of intelligent systems and agents capable of perceiving, analyzing, predicting, and acting within complex and dynamic physical environments. It enables this challenge to be addressed in a structured way by bringing together complementary expertise in perception, learning, and reasoning. Within the Center's strategic vision, Machine Intelligence for complex physical systems is grounded in the integration of perception capabilities (2D/3D), predictive analytics, IoT architectures, and interconnected autonomous systems.

Art 4. Role overview

The Research Center for Machine Intelligence (MI) will comprise FBK research groups already well established within the 3D Optical Metrology (3DOM), Data Science for Industry and Physics (DSIP), Open Platforms and Enabling Technologies for the Internet of Things (OpenIoT), and Technologies of Vision (TeV) units. The Center will benefit from the experience and scientific excellence of approximately 90 researchers and technologists.

Art. 5 Position and Requirements

FBK is seeking a Director for the Research Center for Machine Intelligence (MI). The Director will provide both scientific and managerial leadership within a high-value, collaborative team environment. We invite applications from scientists with a strong and recognized scientific reputation, as well as demonstrated managerial skills and strategic vision. Candidates should have proven managerial qualifications, significant national and international experience, and a well-established network within their scientific and professional communities.

Art. 6 Applications

Applications for the position of Director must be submitted by 30 July 2026 (12.00 p.m. noon GMT+2) by clicking the 'Apply' button. Applications must include a Curriculum Vitae and a one-page Motivation Letter (1 page). For further information: selezione@fbk.eu.

Art. 7 Terms of engagement

The position of Director is a three-year appointment, with the possibility of renewal. FBK reserves the right to determine the contractual arrangement, in terms of both working time commitment and compensation, that best suits the profile to be selected.

Art. 8 Selection process

Applications meeting the above requirements will be assessed by an Evaluation Committee. The Evaluation Committee's assessment will consist of separate scores for: 1) the written application; 2) the publications and/or products of research and innovation 3) previously held scientific and/or managerial positions; 4) a final interview (only for short-listed candidates). The Board of Directors will make the final decision.

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