Social network you want to login/join with: Do you have an engineering mindset, a passion for innovation, and a drive to bring science to life? At Day One, we turn cutting-edge scientific research into real-world products and high-impact startups. We’re looking for a Product Manager to join our mission of building the next generation of deep-tech ventures. About Us Day One is a Startup Studio that transforms scientific breakthroughs into market-ready innovations. We work hand-in-hand with world-class researchers and entrepreneurs to create disruptive technologies that solve real-world problems and generate lasting impact. What You’ll Do As a Product Manager, you'll guide early-stage scientific technologies through the process of becoming viable, scalable products. This role is ideal for engineers with a few years of experience who want to sit at the intersection of R&D, strategy, and market-driven product development. You’ll work on 2–3 deep-tech projects in parallel, each with its own challenges and opportunities. Expect to: Map market opportunities through research, competitor analysis, and interviews with industry players. Translate research into use cases : connect tech potential to market needs. Define MVPs and tech specs in collaboration with researchers and engineers. Coordinate prototype development with external suppliers and academic partners. Build business cases and shape early go-to-market strategies. Engage partners and stakeholders, including potential customers and investors. Drive the product vision from concept to initial traction. You’ll join a multidisciplinary Product Management team that works with the most promising technological breakthroughs emerging from European scientific research. Our team brings together diverse expertise across engineering, science, and business—capable of designing product concepts from virtually any successful innovation developed in the context of European R&D. You'll be surrounded by talented, mission-driven professionals who thrive on turning cutting-edge discoveries into impactful ventures. Who you are We're looking for someone curious, structured, and ready to grow into a product leadership role. You should have: A Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering or similar fields (Mechanical, Automation, Electronic, or Energy are a plus). 2–5 years of experience in product development, R&D, or technical project management. Strong communication and presentation skills in English (you’ll work in an international environment). A structured approach to problem-solving and the ability to work across disciplines. A passion for technology transfer, innovation, and shaping products from the ground up. A proactive attitude and the ability to work independently — you're comfortable taking ownership and pushing projects forward without waiting to be told. Why You’ll Love Working With Us Impact : You’ll help launch meaningful technologies into the world. Growth : Fast learning curve, continuous feedback, and opportunities to lead. Innovation : A front-row seat at the frontier of science, tech, and entrepreneurship. Team : Collaborative, mission-driven, and passionate about what we do. Location : Work from our office in Rome – with flexibility when needed. J-18808-Ljbffr