Laboratory Technician for Instrumental Analysis

Job: Laboratory Technician positions
Location: Vitoria (Spain)
Contract: Temporary
Working day: Full time
Sector: Energy
Vacancies: 1
Discipline: Innovation
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 seeking a Laboratory Technician to work in the General Analysis Characterization Unit and participate in the activities of the Electron Microscopy Platform.

Job functions:

Sample preparation, development of calibrations (if necessary), conducting routine or nonspecific measurements and record all data and results in specified forms with accuracy and responsibility.
Keep updated the tools for registering and organizing the analysis requests.
Ensure all the material necessary for fluent work in the different analysis techniques.
Taking care of the maintenance of the equipment and facilities.
Provide technical support to different research projects, making contribution to those projects ensuring compliance with analysis and report deadlines.
Ensure that all safety guidelines are always followed strictly and maintain a clean and orderly environment.
Introduction and basic training about different techniques when necessary.
Participation in the drafting of quality procedures and their implementation according to internal quality standards.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Temporary contract with attractive career development opportunities and stabilization options.
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.

LIFE-BALANCE BENEFITS:

Flexible working hours promoting work-life balance and self-organization.
On-site work model with the option to telework.
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 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. Therefore, as part of our commitment to inclusion, we welcome applications regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age.

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

Degree in Chemistry, Physics, Material sciences or related fields.
Theoretical and practical experience in different analytical techniques as Gas Chromatography (GC/MS, GC FID/BID), CHSNO Elemental Analysis, Physical adsorption of gas (BET) or ICP-OES.
Experience in microscopy techniques will be highly valued: Scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Includes also experience in sample preparation for SEM measurements.
Ability to identify and solve technical problems.
Proficiency for quickly learning new skills or field of study.
Good verbal skills in English.
Proactive and committed attitude with high levels 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: Innovation
Work modality: On site

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