Technician Cultural Heritage

29 Dec 2023
Job Information

Organisation/Company

CIC nanoGUNE

Research Field

Other

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Spain

Application Deadline

15 Jan 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

1 Feb 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The Nanoscience Cooperative Research Center, CIC nanoGUNE, located in Donostia / San Sebastian, Basque Country (Spain), is currently looking for a Technician.
The project’s focus is on developing protective coatings for cultural heritage sites, emphasizing strength, toughness, durability, and compatibility with building materials.

NanoGUNE is a research center devoted to conducting world-class nanoscience research for a competitive growth of the Basque Country. NanoGUNE is a member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA) and is recognized by the Spanish Research Agency as a María de Maeztu Unit of Excellence.
The Nanomaterials research group of CIC nanoGUNE has a strong focus on vacuum based thin film deposition methods. The group has an immediate opening for a scientific coworker to design, synthesize, and optimize inorganic-organic hybrid formulations to preserve cultural heritage. We seek a candidate who is both motivated and innovative, boasting a solid background in materials science/engineering, chemical, physical, or related background and skills in materials fabrication and characterization. The project’s primary focus will be on developing protective coatings for cultural heritage sites, emphasizing strength, toughness, durability, and compatibility with building materials. Prior experience with the prospective candidate in vapor phase processing, thin film coating, and physicochemical characterization are considered beneficial.

The candidate will join a research line focusing on preservation of cultural heritage.

The responsibilities of the candidate will be:
- process design and materials development.

- reporting of results in project meetings and development of strategies for optimization of processes.

- process optimization and contribution to field testing of the prototypes.

The successful candidate will have:
- Educational qualifications: suitable scientific education, a bachelor’s or master’s degree (or equivalent university degree) in materials science/engineering, chemistry, physics, or similar.

- Technical experience: hands-on experience in one or more of the following techniques is beneficial for the position: ALD, CVD, FTIR, SEM-EDX, powder processing, XRD, XRR.

- Personal attributes: We look for a talented, motivated, and enthusiastic researcher. Analytical skills, initiatives, and creativity are highly desirable.

- Passion for Research: Naturally curious who is eager to learn more and has a strong interest in research.

- Communication skills: excellent English communication skills for work in a dynamic and international environment.

We promote teamwork in a diverse and inclusive environment and welcome all kinds of applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion, or sexual orientation.

The position is expected to start in 01/02/2024 or thereafter as soon as a suitable candidate is identified, and for a total length of up to 12 months (01/02/2024 - 31/01/2025) in the Nanomaterials Group. The contract will be funded by the La Caixa foundation.

We will offer a competitive salary commensurable to educational qualifications and working experience of the candidate. Successful candidates may have the opportunity to pursue further education, such as a Ph.D., in a related field. Interested individuals should use our web-based application form below as direct applications to the project leader can´t be considered. Any questions regarding the open position can be addressed to Mato Knez ([email protected] ).

Candidates should apply online by completing the form in the link below: 

https://ow.ly/RU5G50QmwEB

The file should be completed with the following documents:

1. A complete CV
2. A cover letter and, where possible, two reference letters grouped in a single PDF file

The deadline for applications is 15/01/2024.

NOTES:
(i) All applicants will receive an answer after the end of the selection process; but please note that due to the large number of submissions that are expected, we cannot provide individual feedback.
(ii) Additional information about nanoGUNE's commitment towards HR excellence in Research and Gender Equality are available on our website.
(iii) We encourage you to subscribe to our HR mailing list to receive information related to nanoGUNE's open positions and open calls for different training and talent attraction programs.

Requirements

Research Field

Other

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

CIC nanoGUNE

Country

Spain

State/Province

Gipuzkoa

City

Donostia

Postal Code

20018

Street

Avenida de Tolosa 76

Where to apply

Website

https://ow.ly/RU5G50QmwEB

Contact

City

Donostia

Website

https://www.nanogune.eu

Street

Avenida de Tolosa 76

Postal Code

20018

STATUS: EXPIRED