The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking a Research Projects and International Collaborations Technician.

This position will be partially funded by the ERC-SyG project MAGNESIS, Grant Agreement Nr. 10122406.

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 http://www.iciq.org/).

Our mission is to lead, from the vantage point of molecular science, cross-strategies 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 RPIC Unit (Research Projects and International Collaborations) was created in 2014 along with the start of the European Horizon 2020 framework program, with the main objective of increasing the institute's participation in competitive calls and the number of research projects granted.

The main tasks of the unit are the following:

• Identification and monitoring of financing opportunities

• Support in the preparation of proposals for the different calls

• Tasks of coordination and management of the granted projects

• Participation in different national and European platforms and scientific policy activities

• Active communication with other Research and Innovation actors and search for collaborators
  

Responsibilities:

• Funding: Identify new funding opportunities for the research lines at ICIQ.

• Project preparation: Support the definition of research projects, advising on project partners, preparation of budget, support on proposal writing and submission.

• Project Coordination: This position will act as the research project manager of the European project MAGNESIS – Magnetically enhanced electrocatalysis, an ERC-SyG coordinated by ICIQ and funded under grant agreement Nr. 10122406. This will include partial dedication to monitor the progress of work, anticipate possible problems and maintain excellent communication with the Principal Investigators and with the Project Officer. Organize and participate in consortium meetings, teleconferences, reviews and other events. Prepare and submit high-quality periodic reports on time (collect and review consortium information).

• Science policy: Analysis and participation in the definition of roadmaps and strategic documents and agendas.

• Others: Collaborate to improve the operation of the different units involved in the research projects implementation by sharing best practices and liaising between research group leaders and other ICIQ support areas for the daily running of the projects.

Requirements:

• University Degree (Chemistry related degrees might be an advantage).

• Research experience or PhD.

• Excellent communication (both oral and written) and networking skills.

• Advanced level of English and Catalan (written and spoken) is required.

• Team work and collaborative skills.

• Critical thinking and attention to detail.

• Used to working under pressure with strict deadlines.

• Availability for travelling in Europe

Valued qualities:

• Previous experience, at least two years, in research project management.

• Advanced user of Microsoft Sharepoint or other collaborative platforms.

• Good knowledge of European research funding programmes.

• Awareness of scientific career development.

• Familiarity with CERCA centres and the Catalan and Spanish research system.

We offer:

• A full-time permanent contract

• Annual salary split into 12 monthly payments.

• Remuneration aligned with the company’s salary policy, within the PGTU1–PGTU4 band (24,720€–30,900€), based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

• Flexible 37.5 hours working week

• Hybrid work policy

• Incorporation: Immediately

All Applications Must Include:

• A Cover Letter with a statement of interest in English, including two contacts for further references - Applications without this document will not be considered

• A full CV in English

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.

ICIQ is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion of people with disabilities, according to article 59 of the Royal Decree 1/2015, of 30 of October.

OTM-R principles in the selection processes

ICIQ 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 Process

ICIQ’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.

• Selection Committee: The selection committee for this process is composed of:

  • Dra. Laura López, Manager at the Research Projects and International Collaborations Unit

  • Dra. Anna Banet, Project Technician at the Research Projects and International Collaborations Unit

  • Sr. Arnau Jordà, Communication Technician at the Research Projects and International Collaborations Unit

  • A member of the Human Resources Unit.

The selection 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 (iciq.org)