Laboratory Technician for the General Analysis Characterization Unit

Job: Laboratory Technician positions
Location: Vitoria (Spain)
Contract: Temporary
Working day: Full time
Sector: Energy
Vacancies: 1
Discipline: Engineering
Work modality: On site

CIC energiGUNE

CIC energiGUNE is a research center specialized in energy, electrochemical storage (batteries and supercapacitors), thermal energy solutions and hydrogen, a member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance- BRTA, and, a strategic initiative of the Basque Government. CIC energiGUNE was created in 2011 to generate excellent knowledge and at the same time useful for the Basque business network, being a reference in knowledge transfer.

CIC energiGUNE has a dynamic research team of more than 100 researchers and is extremely well equipped with a wide range of up-to-date facilities that are fully available for all its researchers. Also, the European Commission has recently awarded CIC energiGUNE with the ´HR Excellence in Research´ which reflects its commitment to achieving fair and transparent recruitment and appraisal procedures and certifies the existence of a stimulating and favorable work environment for researchers in the institution.

For more details on CIC energiGUNE's research activities please visit our website at http://www.cicenergigune.com

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

CIC energiGUNE is looking for a Laboratory Technician to work in the General Analysis Characterization Unit.

Job functions:

Sample preparation for different analytical techniques, ensuring all safety guidelines are strictly followed and ensuring process traceability, always maintaining a clean and tidy environment.
Development and implementation of new analysis methodologies ensuring quality parameters, ensuring the good condition of the equipment.
Perform routine and non-routine tests and analyses using the appropriate technical equipment and instruments. Perform calibrations in the techniques that require it.
Ensure compliance with analysis and report deadlines.
Ensure all the material necessary for fluent work in the different analysis techniques, promoting improvements at laboratory level.

Area: Energy storage and Conversion

WHAT WE OFFER:

Temporary contract with attractive career development opportunities and stabilization options.
Flexible working hours and with on-site work model with the option to eventually telework.
Full access to cutting-edge laboratory facilities and characterization platforms.
The incorporation to a top research center in Europe that makes high quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.
Professional and personal development: opportunity to attend seminars, international conferences, trainings, etc.
Integrated, enthusiastic, international and multidisciplinary environment.
A welcome program that offers help with finding accommodation and addresses other aspects to help you integrate into the local environment (such as free language courses, assistance with the administrative procedures, help with schools for children…).

For more information: https://cicenergigune.com/en/work-with-us

TO APPLY:

All applicants are invited to submit their applications including a detailed curriculum vitae and a motivation letter at this website.

The selection process ends once a candidate is selected.

CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTITUTION:

WHO ARE WE? https://cicenergigune.com/en/who-are-we
WHERE ARE WE? https://cicenergigune.com/en/welcome
OUR FACILITIES: https://cicenergigune.com/en/platforms-facilities

For more details on CIC energiGUNE's research activities please visit our website at http://www.cicenergigune.com.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in chemistry, chemical engineering or occupational training in Laboratory Techniques, Quality Control or related fields.
2-3 years of experience in different analytical techniques, preferably in:
- Gas Chromatography (GC/MS, GC FID/BID)
- Inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectroscopy (ICP/OES)
- Karl Fischer Analysis and other potentiometric, coulometric and volumetric titrations
- Helium Picnometer
- Particle size análisis by laser diffraction
The following will be positively assessed:
- CHSNO Elemental Analysis
- Physical adsorption of gas (BET)
- Mercury Porosimeter
- Rheometer
Ability to identify and solve technical problems.
Good verbal skills in English.
Proactive and committed attitude with high level of initiative, proactivity, and willingness to learn.
A good team player who can collaborate with other team members.

Job: Laboratory Technician positions
Location: Vitoria (Spain)
Contract: Temporary
Working day: Full time
Sector: Energy
Vacancies: 1
Discipline: Engineering
Work modality: On site

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