Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia ICIQ |
16 Dec | Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia ICIQ | Tarragona
ICIQ is one of the world's internationally recognized leading institutions in the field of chemistry committed to solving major social and economic challenges by conducting top quality research in three main areas: Sustainable Catalysis, Renewable Energy and Health.
The institute also aims at training the future generation of scientists by offering high-quality educational programs to master, PhD students and postdoctoral researchers (full details on iciq.org).
Responsibilities:To exercise the senior management of the Foundation's business activities, as well as the direct organic dependence of the Director and the Board of Trustees.Leadership of the ICIQ community.Economic, accounting and press management, together with the person responsible for the financial department.Administrative organisation of the Institute.Management of the Foundation's human resources and labour relations.Detection of the needs derived from the activity of the Institute's Research Groups and the rest of the areas and units from the economic and administrative point of view.Establishment of close relations with interest groups (research centres, companies, technological and university centres, etc.
), with government bodies and collaborating organisations (associations, social organisations, etc.
).Develop and consolidate strategic networks and alliances and maximise collaborations between ICIQ and relevant local, national and international research institutions.Capitalize on the institutional strengths of partners within the iCERCA, BIST and SOMMA networks.Work with the Management Team and the Research Support Team to ensure operational efficiency and sound financial management of all activities within the institute.To guarantee the highest standards of integrity, transparency and compliance with the legislative and regulatory requirements relating to the Public Function that regulates research centres in Catalonia and to enforce compliance with the Law of Science.Continuity with the social commitment of the centre from three perspectives: as an actor that wants to contribute in its research to make a more sustainable world and support research and business initiatives in the territory; as an institution that trains the research staff that will continue and lead this research in the future; and as an agent that wants to educate and make ICIQ's research known among the citizens, especially among young people, and thus build a greater awareness of the ICIQ's work.To serve as a spokesperson for the ICIQ to key actors, including the media and collaborators in public and private participation.Any other function that may be approved by the Director and the Board of Trustees.RequirementsAcademic qualification of PhD in chemistry.Oral and written knowledge of Catalan: Level C.Advanced oral and written knowledge of English.Advanced oral and written knowledge of Spanish.Be a national of any of the Member States of the European Union or of the states to which, by virtue of international treaties signed by the European Union and ratified by Spain, the free movement of workers is applicable.Knowledge of the Catalan, Spanish and European research system.Previous professional experience in the Catalan research system.Demonstrable experience of at least 1 year in establishing strategic partnerships and in managing people in the field of research.
Knowledge of the iCERCA system will be an asset.Demonstrable experience of at least 1 year leading communication strategies and scientific dissemination to the general public and to research staff in particular.At least 10 years of experience in a research institution.
Knowledge of the iCERCA system will be an asset.Responsible design of initiatives that have contributed to the understanding, involvement and improvement of research staff.Demonstrable experience in supporting research staff in their educational and professional development.Valued qualities and skills:Strong strategic vision of the research field in Catalonia.Ability to work in and manage complex environments with multiple stakeholders related to the management of research projects and teams of people.Ability to manage complex environments formed by multidisciplinary teams.Integrity at work.Leadership skills.We offer:A permanent full-time employment contract.Remuneration according to individual's qualification/experience.Salary split in twelve monthly payments.Incorporation: Immediate.OTM-R principles in the selection processesICIQ 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 ProcessPre-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.For further information, you can visit our HR Excellence in Research page at: HR Excellence in Research
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