Descripción de la oferta
The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking a Laboratory Technician to work in the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Unit of the Reaction Technologies Department.Se anima a todos los posibles solicitantes a que se desplacen y lean la descripción completa del puesto antes de presentar su candidatura.ICIQ is committed to performing excellent research at the frontier of knowledge in the broad area of chemistry (Catalysis, Artificial Photosynthesis, Activation of Small Molecules, Photovoltaics, Functional Molecular Assemblies and Chemical Biology, from either theoretical or experimental perspectives). The institute also aims at training the future generation of scientists by offering high-quality educational programmes to master, PhD students and postdoctoral researchers (Full details on ).Our mission is to lead, from the viewpoint of molecular science, crossstrategies for solving major social and economic challenges, such as climate change and sustainable supply of energetic and raw materials, thereby contributing to the establishment of a knowledge-based economy and improving citizens’ quality of life in our influence area.The candidate will work in the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Unit. This core facilities Unit provides researchers with access to a wide range of NMR experiments both under automation or manual mode. The unit also advises researchers on the most appropriate experiment to their needs, and it trains and instructs researchers in using NMR, what information can be obtained from NMR experiments and how to optimize the instrumental resources available.Services offered from the NMR Unit are:Checking possible new developments/experiments/improvementsCryoprobe maintenance. Coordination with the cryoprobe supplierDaily check of instruments performance. Spectral quality.Detecting and managing formative needsDetecting and managing instrument malfunctionsDoing and checking orders from suppliersHelp to usersManaging audits from internal/external sourcesManaging access permits for new usersMonthly check of instruments performance. ShimmingNew users trainingNMR equipment maintenance. Retiring measured samples and restartingNMR equipment maintenance. Liquid helium refillingNMR equipment maintenance. Liquid nitrogen refillingParticipating in talks, webinars, meetingsPeriodical check of instruments performance. PulsesPeriodical check of safety proceduresPreparing and running experiments for users outside of the ICIQRunning experiments requested by usersAll these tasks are carried out under the supervision of the unit manager or, where applicable, the immediate supervisorCandidate’s Profile:Chemistry degreeAdvanced level of English, written and spokenKnowledge of informatics (Windows, Office, NMR managing software)Valued qualities:Previous experience with NMR instruments (preferably Bruker)Previous experience in maintenance of NMR instruments (preferably Bruker)We offer:A permanent full-time employment contract.Remuneration according to individual’s qualification/experienceAnnual salary split into twelve monthly payments.Incorporation: April 2026.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.RESERVATION OF PLACES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES EQUAL TO OR GREATER THAN 33%This place is reserved for candidates who meet the requirements and have the legal status of people with disabilities with a degree of disability equal to or greater than 33%.In the event that there are no applicants with disabilities who meet the requirements, the rest of the applications without declared disability will be evaluated.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.The Selection Committee for this process is composed of:Dr. Gisela Colet , Manager of the Research Support AreaDr. Gabriel González , Manager of the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance unitDr. xcskxlj Israel Macho , Nuclear Magnetic Resonance technicianA member of the Human Resources UnitThe evaluation committee will perform the assessment ensuring the absence of conflict of interest with any of the candidates, and will sign a Declaration of Absence of Conflict of Interest (DACI) to that end. In case a conflict of interest arises, the evaluator will be substituted by a different evaluator with similar expertise.For further information, you can visit our HR Excellence in Research page at: HR Excellence in Research .#J-18808-Ljbffr
