Laboratory Technician for SCT‑MAE

Reference Number: PR150800

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No

Offer Description

We are looking for a talented and experienced candidate to help us manage the tasks of the scientific and technical services within the Energy Materials Area. In this position, your key role will be to support the Organization in ensuring that the SCT‑MAE operate safely and efficiently.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform experimental analyses/measurements and prepare the corresponding result reports.
• Development and commissioning of new equipment/setups.
• Development of measurement procedures.
• Collaborate in the continuous improvement program focused on people’s safety and health through IREC’s inspection and audit plan.
• Collaborate in drafting protocols and work instructions.
• Monitoring and maintenance of laboratory equipment, following an annual plan and schedule, ensuring compliance with Business Activity Coordination requirements.
• Train junior researchers in the use of laboratory equipment.
• Support the management of gas systems, cryogenics, deionized water systems, and vacuum systems.
• Management of laboratory waste.
• Implement occupational risk prevention measures in assigned spaces and collaborate in the center’s Self‑Protection Plan.
• Supervision and control of processes and workspaces, proposing improvements.
• Manage the purchase and replenishment of consumables, including personal protective equipment.
• Maintain order and cleanliness in assigned areas.

We offer incorporation into a stable, full‑time position within a multicultural, dynamic, and growing environment, supporting activities aimed at providing a future where access to energy is sustainable and accessible for everyone.

Salary will depend on the candidate’s professional experience, in accordance with IREC’s established salary range.

If you meet the requirements and wish to join this project, please send your application to allorente@irec.cat and irecjobs@irec.cat, indicating Laboratory Technician for SCT‑MAE (Ref. 100‑26/074), and include:

• A cover letter explaining your motivation for applying, relevant experience, and qualifications.
• Curriculum vitae.

Topics Included in the Evaluation Test

The selection process will consist of an assessment of certifications, qualifications, and the candidates’ experience.

Where to apply

E-mail: irecjobs@irec.cat

Requirements

Research Field: Physics

Education Level: Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Research Field: Chemistry

Education Level: Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Research Field: Engineering

Education Level: Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• University degree in Sciences (Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Geology, etc.) or Engineering.
• High level of English, Catalan, and Spanish, both spoken and written.

Preferred:

• Experience in research laboratories and their services (consumables, gases, deionized water, cryogenics), resource management, chemical product storage, waste management, consumable purchasing, etc.
• Experience in materials characterization techniques (UV‑Vis‑NIR and IR spectrometry, HPLC, Elemental Analysis, Optical and Electron Microscopy, XRD, surface characterization techniques – physisorption, chemisorption –, TG‑DSC, thermal treatment, particle size).
• Familiarity with research in catalysis, batteries, fuel cells, solar cells, and nanomaterials.
• Training in Occupational Safety and Health (OS&H).
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP).

Personal Competencies:

• Organized and analytical mindset.
• Ability to work in multicultural teams.
• Conflict‑resolution skills.

Languages: ENGLISH

Level: Excellent

Languages: SPANISH

Level: Excellent

Languages: CATALAN

Level: Excellent

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available: 1

Company/Institute: IREC

Country: Spain

State/Province: Barcelona

City: BARCELONA

Postal Code: 08930

Contact

State/Province: BARCELONA

City: SANT ADRIA DE BESOS

Website: http://www.irec.cat

Street: JARDINS DE LES DONES DE NEGRE, 1

Postal Code: 08930

E-Mail: ftorregrosa@irec.cat