Support Technician (Ref: Support Technician 2025-07 BP)

Job title:

Support Technician (Ref: Support Technician 2025-07 BP)

Company:

ICIQ

Job description

The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking a Support Technician. This position is part of the Convocatòria 2025 dels ajuts d’Indústria del Coneixement: Modalitat A. Ajuts Llavor per a projectes innovadors amb potencial d’incorporació al sector productiu, with reference 2025 LLAV 00115. This project has the support of el Departament de Recerca i Universitats de la Generalitat de Catalunya.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 Support Technician to work in the group of Prof. Beatriz Prieto.Requirements

• Bachelor and Master studies in the field of nanotechnology, chemistry, materials science or a related discipline, combined with demonstrated research experience in electrochemical biosensing and micro/nanofabrication;
• Sound knowledge and expertise in surface analysis;
• High level written communication and presentation skills, as well as demonstrated experience in producing high quality technical and scientific documentation independently for dissemination to audiences of both experts and laypersons;
• High level interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively with research colleagues and external associates in a multidisciplinary environment.

Valued qualities:

• The candidate has to be highly motivated and used to work collaboratively.

We offer:

• A full-time employment contract linked to the project Exosense (AGAUR project Ref 2025 LLAV 00115) with an estimated end date of 6 months from the start of the project.
• Remuneration according to the Institute salary scales.
• Annual salary split into twelve monthly payments.
• Incorporation: November 2025

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

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 05:14:31 GMT

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