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In our organisation and across our campuses we welcome skilled professionals and experts with whom we study, innovate and build a whole new future. A dynamic environment that generates enthusiasm, a powerful force that allows you to achieve extraordinary outcomes.
That’s why talents and expertise are welcome at all times! Joining Area Science Park gives you the opportunity to contribute and explore the many opportunities that the Park has to offer.
Why work at Area Science Park?
In carrying out our initiatives, the care of human resources, their well-being and their work is a fundamental principle of Area Science Park: people, relationships and skills are at the core of our mission, with the aim of adding value to the whole system.
Area Science Park has an active community of over 2,800 people. Half are under 40 years old; three-quarters are university graduates or even have a PhD. More than half are engaged in R&D and nearly a quarter have a technical profile. With 1,020 units, women represent just over a third of the total, while men are 1,805.
Staff of Area Science Park have access to a gym, a counselling desk, an anti-violence counter and can participate in conferences on prevention and well-being. In addition, at the disposal of all the tenants of Area Science Park, there are canteens, coffee bars, ATMs, equipped green spaces, cycling paths and electric vehicle charging stations.
It is not surprising that one of the first guests of Area Science Park are children. Every year the inter-company nursery welcomes them to help the men and women working on our campuses balance their work commitments with their role as parents.
Become a member of Area Science Park.
This section collects all the job openings and notices of competition promoted directly by Area Science Park as a public research organisation. Discover open positions and follow the instructions to apply.
Find the right opportunity for you.
From here you can access calls for experts and professionals as well as positions for joining competition committees. You can also apply to become an evaluator of the applications to set up in Area Science Park by registering in the Register of Evaluators.
We support your journey.
Discover the research-related contracts and scholarships offered by Area Science Park to researchers, PhDs, PhD students and thesis students, get your opportunity for professional growth. Every year, we also promote scholarships dedicated to young people from all over Italy to work in the companies located there.
Seize a new professional opportunity, at Area Science Park there are many companies in search of the right person. If you are an experienced professional or researcher who would like to contribute, read the open job offers on our two campuses now.
Become an associate and collaborate with Area Science Park.
We have always promoted the meeting of skills and expertise within our organisation, that is why we open the doors to external professors and researchers for the appointment of scientific or technical assignments.
Are you a company or an organisation active in science and technology? Become a partner of Area Science Park! Together we will create initiatives, programmes and projects to maximise the impact of research and promote innovation.
Are you a young and talented student? We need you for thesis, training programmes, internships and other forms of collaboration. Join the Area Science Park team!
Collaborating with Area Science Park also means working as a service and product provider. In this section you can find all the calls and active competitions promoted by the Organisation.
Job opportunity in Area Science Park
Here you can find all the job opportunities in Area Science Park
The ICGEB invites applications for the post of HR & Personnel Assistant
The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), established in 1983, is an international, intergovernmental organisation conceived as a Centre of excellence for research, training and technology transfer to industry in the field of biotechnology to promote sustainable global development. The Centre conducts innovative research in life sciences and strengthens the research capability of its over 60 Member States through training, funding programs and advisory services. Located in Trieste (Italy), New Delhi (India) and Cape Town (South Africa), and in collaboration with over 40 Affiliated Centres worldwide, the three ICGEB Components provide a scientific and educational environment of the highest international standards. Further information is available at https://www.icgeb.org The ICGEB invites applications for the post of HR & Personnel Assistant POST TITLE: HR and Personnel Assistant DUTY STATION: Trieste, Italy DATE REQUIRED: As soon as possible TYPE OF CONTRACT: Fixed term appointment DURATION: Initial probation period of three months, with possibility of one-year further extensions subject to satisfactory performance. LEVEL: GS-2/GS-3 (UN Salary Scales) depending upon experience and seniority DUTIES: Under the overall supervision of the Human Resources Officer, HR & Personnel Office, the incumbent will be required to perform the following duties: Maintain and update confidential personnel information, records to ensure completeness and accuracy in the database, ensuring accuracy for statistics and reporting. Administer personnel access procedures, including the processing, authorization, and documentation of access request forms in accordance with the policy. Manage the automated distribution of the monthly personnel list for the Trieste Component. Prepare declarations for all personnel in Trieste. Process and record monthly staff absences in accordance with policy and reporting requirements. Timely distribution of monthly payslips. Process new requests and renewals of Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) cards for Trieste-based staff. • Provide administrative support to guests, including assistance with residence permit applications, bank account set up, fiscal code acquisition, and coordination of all required pre-arrival information. Organize recruitment processes including vacancy notice, screening of candidates, communicate with candidates, arrange interviews, reference checks, and draft interview selection reports. Perform other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Human Resources Management or administrative services is required. Proven ability to support separation processes, job classification and other standard Human Resources tasks is as asset. Ability to respond to queries on Human Resources procedures and policies is considered an asset. Experience in working in an International Organization or a multinational Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)/Companies is required. COMPETENCIES: Proactive and motivated team player with experience in multicultural environments. Strong ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines, while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. Demonstrates a courteous, tactful, and diplomatic approach, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a high level of discretion in handling confidential information, and strong digital skills, including Microsoft Office, database management, and video-conferencing tools (Zoom, Teams, etc.) LANGUAGES: Fluency in English. Working knowledge of Italian (spoken and written). APPLICATION DEADLINE: 17 February 2026 DOWNLOAD THE VACANCY NOTE HERE HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must complete an on-line application by creating an account on the ICGEB Service Gateway accessible HERE by clicking “Sign Up”. Applicants already in possess of an ISG account should click “Login” and select “Work with us – Apply for a job position”. If you experience problems in registering or logging in to your ISG account, please contact support@icgeb.org. ICGEB is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless
Opportunities at the parkICGEB is looking for an Accounts Support Officer
The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), established in 1983, is an international, intergovernmental organisation conceived as a Centre of excellence for research, training and technology transfer to industry in the field of biotechnology to promote sustainable global development. The Centre conducts innovative research in life sciences and strengthens the research capability of its over 60 Member States through training, funding programs and advisory services. Located in Trieste (Italy), New Delhi (India) and Cape Town (South Africa), and in collaboration with over 40 Affiliated Centres worldwide, the three ICGEB Components provide a scientific and educational environment of the highest international standards. Further information is available at https://www.icgeb.org The ICGEB invites applications for the post of Accounts Support on Special Service Agreement (SSA) POST TITLE: Accounts Support DUTY STATION: Trieste, Italy DATE REQUIRED: 1 April 2026 TYPE OF CONTRACT: Special Service Agreement (SSA) DURATION: Six months DUTIES: Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Financial Services, the incumbent will be required to support the Account Unit in the following tasks: Accounts Payable Verify invoices against commitment and delivery notes. Register all invoices in the accounting software. Prepare invoice for payment. Keep contacts and correspondence with suppliers related to invoices. Travel-related process Provide information to ICGEB personnel regarding travel entitlements and completion of travel requests. Based on travel requests preparation of the travel commitments. Calculation of travel settlements. Prepare and update a list of all personnel on official mission. Insurance processing Verify insurance policies in order to prepare the payments of premium and maintain the relevant records up to date. Perform other work-related duties as may be required. QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma in accounting or equivalent. University degree is an asset. At least two years of experience in administration/finance in areas such as invoicing, accounting, procurement or similar role. LANGUAGES: Fluency in English and working knowledge of Italian. DOWNLOAD THE VACANCY NOTICE HERE APPLICATION DEADLINE: 16 February 2026 HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must complete an on-line application by creating an account on the ICGEB Service Gateway accessible HERE by clicking “Sign Up”. Applicants already in possess of an ISG account should click “Login” and select “Work with us – Apply for a job position”. If you experience problems in registering or logging in to your ISG account, please contact support@icgeb.org.
Opportunities at the park