Project Researcher Innovation and Valorisation Laboratory (KTT 2025-03)

Job title:

Project Researcher Innovation and Valorisation Laboratory (KTT 2025-03)

Company:

ICIQ

Job description

The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking a Project Researcher to work at the Innovation and Valorisation Laboratory. This position will be funded by the Agència de Gestió d’Ajuts Universitaris i de Recerca (AGAUR) through project “MENISC” (ref. 2024 PROD 00208), within the “Ajuts d’indústria del Coneixement, Modalitat B. Producte” 2024 call.ICIQ is one of the world’s internationally recognized leading institutions in the field of chemistry committed to solving major social and economic challenges by conducting top quality research in three main areas: Sustainable Catalysis, Renewable Energy and Health. The institute also aims at training the future generation of scientists by offering high-quality educational programs to master, PhD students and postdoctoral researchers (full details on ).ICIQ is looking for a Project Researcher with experience in Material Chemistry to work at the Innovation and Valorisation Laboratory. The researchers will work on the scale-up process of metal nitrides and their use in the fabrication of semiconductors. This project is funded by “Ajuts d’Indústria del Coneixement per a l’any 2024. Modalitat B. Ajuts Producte, ref. 2024 PROD 00208” from AGAUR.Responsibilities

• Lead research on the growth and characterization of advanced layer and multilayer thin films using techniques like AC and DC sputtering
• Scale up nitride fabrication processes under heterogeneous conditions
• Writing reports and delivering result presentations in group meetings
• Complete documentation of results
• Maintenance of laboratory equipment

Requirements

• Degree in Material Science, Physics, Electronic Engineering or close related field
• Strong expertise in thin-film growth, semiconductor fabrication, and advanced thin-film characterization, with proficiency in techniques such as XRD, SEM, EDS, TEM, AFM, XPS, surface profiling among others
• Good knowledge of English (written and spoken)
• Strong commitment for scientific excellence
• Motivated, creative, and problem-solving individual capable of working independently as well as in a team

Valued qualities

• PhD in Material Science, Physics, Electronic Engineering or close related field.
• Hands-on experience in fabricating ceramic materials
• Cleanroom experience
• Good communication skills

We offer

• A full-time employment contract for the length of the project (expected end date March 1st 2026).
• Remuneration according to individual’s qualifications/experience.
• Annual salary split in twelve monthly payments.
• Incorporation: Immediate.

OTM-R principles in the selection processesICIQ follows the principles of Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment (OTM-R) and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers as established by the European Commission.ICIQ follows in its selection process a gender equality opportunity policy and a non-discrimination policy on the basis of age, ethnic or social origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, language and disability.ICIQ is committed to promoting a work-life balance for its employees and, as such, offers flexible working hours.Selection ProcessICIQ’s selection process usually entails the following phases:

• Pre-selection: The pre-selection process will be based on qualifications and expertise as reflected on the candidates’ CVs. This phase is merit-based.
• Interview: Preselected candidates will be interviewed by the Hiring Manager of the position and the appointed Selection Committee.
• Offer Letter: Once the successful candidate is selected, the People Unit will extend a Job Offer, specifying the start day, salary and overall job conditions.

For further information, you can visit our HR Excellence in Research page at:About the Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ)ICIQ is a public foundation dedicated to chemical research aimed at addressing global challenges such as the climate emergency and human health. Recognised with two Severo Ochoa Centers of Excellence accreditations since 2014, the centre hosts 250 researchers distributed across 19 research groups focused on sustainable catalysis, renewable energies, and decarbonization, as well as molecular medicine. These groups drive frontier research using both computational and experimental tools. ICIQ scientists have secured a total of 26 projects funded by the European Research Council (ERC), and nine of them are ICREA professors (Catalan Institution for Research and Advanced Studies). Located in Tarragona, ICIQ works closely with industry to enhance its competitiveness, fostering the development of innovative applications and the training of qualified professionals. As a CERCA centre and a member of the Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST), ICIQ is committed to sustainable and equitable development, open science, and the social impact of research. More information at © 2025. All rights reserved.

Expected salary

Location

Tarragona

Job date

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 00:31:10 GMT

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