.The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking a Project Researcher to work at the Innovation and Valorization Laboratory. This position will be funded by MCIN/AEI/10.13039/501100011033 and the European Union "NextGeneration EU"/PRTREl within the project CPP2022-009643.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.ICIQ is looking for a Project Researcher with experience in synthetic organic chemistry to work at the Innovation and Valorisation Laboratory. The researcher will work on the development of novel synthetic routes of a potential active pharmaceutical ingredient against incapacitating and lethal haemorrhages.ResponsibilitiesDesign and execution of synthetic routes to provide target moleculesRoute optimization and scale-up of chemical processesPurification, analysis and characterization of novel chemical compoundsComplete documentation of resultsWriting reports and delivering result presentations in group meetingsMaintenance of laboratory equipmentRequirementsPh.D. in Organic Chemistry or equivalentSignificant experience in multistep organic synthesisKnowledge of analytical techniques for characterization of chemical compounds (GC, HPLC, NMR, MS, IR, DSC, TGA, X-Ray, etc.)Good knowledge of English (written and spoken)Strong commitment for scientific excellenceMotivated, creative, and problem-solving individual capable of working independently as well as in a teamValued qualitiesExperience in spiro compounds synthesis and asymmetric catalysisExperience in crystallization of small moleculesGood communication skillsWe offerA full-time employment contract for the length of the project (expected end date Sep 2026).Remuneration according to individual's qualifications/experience.Annual salary split in twelve monthly payments.Incorporation: Immediate.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 ProcessPre-selection: The pre-selection process will be based on qualifications and expertise as reflected on the candidates' CVs. This phase is merit-based
