Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas Jobs

Top roles include Científico Titular, Investigador Científico, postdoctoral researcher, and technical research assistant, with opportunities in marine science, biomedicine, astrophysics, chemistry, and environmental research. Explore openings at Higher Ed Jobs or Research Jobs.

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Faculty and researcher salaries vary by rank. Predoctoral researchers typically earn €16,000–€23,000, postdocs €24,000–€32,000, Científico Titular €35,000–€45,000, and Profesor de Investigación €60,000–€80,000. Visit Professor Salaries for updated benchmarks.

Most researchers begin with a predoctoral contract, progress through postdoctoral and Ramón y Cajal stages, and then compete for Científico Titular, Investigador Científico, and Profesor de Investigación ranks. Learn more at Higher Ed Career Advice.

CSIC salaries are generally competitive with Spanish public university scales, with base salaries plus supplements and productivity bonuses. Senior scientists can earn €60,000–€80,000 annually. Use the comparison tools at Professor Salaries.

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CSIC research spans marine sciences, artificial intelligence, quantum technology, biomedicine, renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and cultural heritage. At ICMAN-CSIC in Puerto Real, marine ecology and aquaculture are especially active. Browse Research Jobs for current openings.

Researchers enjoy intellectual freedom, access to high-level facilities, stable public employment, and opportunities to shape national and European science policy. Explore more at Higher Ed Career Advice.

Most CSIC positions are filled through official public calls published on the CSIC website. You can also filter AcademicJobs.com listings by discipline and location at Higher Ed Jobs.

Benefits include social security, health coverage, parental leave, training programs, international mobility support, and access to large-scale research infrastructure. Contact the CSIC human resources office or see Recruitment Resources.