PpThe Chips‑IT Foundation is seeking a Technical Key Account Manager (KAM) to act as a long‑term, technically informed partner for SMEs and start‑ups accessing the Foundation’s advanced services and funding support, including both the instruments directly provided by the Foundation and those offered through initiatives in which the Foundation is involved, such as EuroCDP. EuroCDP is a Chips JU initiative building Europe’s next‑generation chip design ecosystem. It supports European innovators throughout the chip design journey, from first idea to silicon, by providing access to design tools, IP, expert guidance, prototyping, and dedicated start‑up programmes. /p h3About the Chips‑IT Foundation /h3 pFoundation “Italian Center for the Design of Semiconductor Integrated Circuits”, also known as Chips-IT Foundation, is a nonprofit research and technology organization under the supervision of the Ministries of Industry. It is Italy's first RTO (Research and Technology Organization) vertically focused on semiconductor research and stands as a center of excellence in frontier research on semiconductor design, as well as a pivotal center of the Italian semiconductor ecosystem and expertise. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liServe as the main commercial and technical interface between users and internal/external stakeholders. /li liSupport SMEs and start‑ups in project road‑mapping, definition, and eligibility checks for advanced services and funding opportunities. /li liGuide applicants through pre‑screening, orientation, and proposal preparation to reduce avoidable rejections. /li liCoordinate interactions with internal teams within Chips‑IT and its related initiatives, external experts, EDA/IP providers, and Design Enablement Teams (DETs) for activities related to EuroCDP. /li liMonitor funded projects against milestones, organize technical reviews, and trigger corrective actions when needed. /li liEnsure procedural compliance and continuity without duplicating technical mentoring or incubation activities. /li liAssist users in navigating incubators and accelerator programs offered by the Foundation, EuroCDP or other initiatives. /li liActively contribute to ecosystem activation by participating in events, engaging start‑ups, SMEs, investors, and supporting PR and communication initiatives. /li liAdvise clients on chip design and heterogeneous integration projects, including feasibility analysis, partner identification, and access to pilot lines or silicon prototyping facilities. /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul liBackground in semiconductor technologies, microelectronics, chip design (ASIC/SoC/FPGA), or related deep‑tech fields. /li liExperience in technical project management, key account management, consulting, or innovation support. /li liStrong ability to translate complex technical and procedural requirements into clear guidance for users. /li liComfortable working with SMEs, start‑ups, researchers, and external experts. /li liStructured, proactive, and confident in managing multiple stakeholders and long‑term projects. /li liExcellent communication and collaboration skills. /li liInterest in European innovation programs, funding mechanisms, and ecosystem development in microelectronics and semiconductor RD. /li liFamiliarity with EDA tools, IP cores, tape‑out processes, and pilot line prototyping is highly desirable. /li liPrevious experience supporting start‑ups or SMEs within incubation, acceleration, or innovation programs, particularly in technical or deep‑tech environments. /li liThe role requires a versatile, hands‑on profile capable of bridging technical and commercial aspects, rather than a purely sales‑oriented approach. /li /ul h3Benefits /h3 ul liCompetitive compensation and contract type, to be negotiated based on qualifications and experience. /li liPossibility to enter into a PhD conjugating your job with a research program that will grant you the PhD title. /li liLunch tickets. /li liPrivate health care coverage depending on your role and contract. /li liStructured growth path, with ongoing access to training and updates. /li liNetworking opportunities with industry‑leading professionals. /li liInternational environment. /li liHybrid work policy. /li liTax deductions: Candidates from abroad, including Italian citizens, who have carried scientific research activity abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a taxable income deduction up to 90% for a period of 6 to 13 years. /li /ul pPosition: Fixed‑term until, with possibility of extension based on project needs and performance. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr