.The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking 2 Project Researchers to work at the Innovation and Valorisation Laboratory.
This position will be funded by the Agència de Gestió d'Ajuts Universitaris i de Recerca (AGAUR) through project "MENISC" (ref.
2024 PROD 00208), within the "Ajuts d'indústria del Coneixement, Modalitat B. Producte" 2024 call.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 http://www.Iciq.Org/).ICIQ is looking for 2 Project Researchers with experience in Material Chemistry to work at the Innovation and Valorisation Laboratory.
The researchers will work on the scale-up process of metal nitrides and their use in the fabrication of semiconductors.
This project is funded by "Ajuts d'Indústria del Coneixement per a l'any 2024.
Modalitat B. Ajuts Producte, ref.
2024 PROD 00208" from AGAUR.ResponsibilitiesLead research on the growth and characterization of advanced layer and multilayer thin films using techniques like AC and DC sputteringScale up nitride fabrication processes under heterogeneous conditionsWriting reports and delivering result presentations in group meetingsComplete documentation of resultsMaintenance of laboratory equipmentRequirementsPh.D.
in Material Science, Physics, Electronic Engineering or close related fieldStrong expertise in thin-film growth, semiconductor fabrication, and advanced thin-film characterization, with proficiency in techniques such as XRD, SEM, EDS, TEM, AFM, XPS, surface profiling among othersGood 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 qualitiesHands-on experience in fabricating ceramic materialsCleanroom experienceGood communication skillsWe offerA full-time employment contract for the length of the project (expected end date March 1st 2026).Remuneration according to individual's qualifications/experience.Annual 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