RESEARCH TECHNICIAN ADVANCED (RTA_Suport Recerca)

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE JOB

• Job Location: ICRA – Catalan Institute for Water Research, Girona (Spain)
• Number of positions available: 1
• Expected start: November 1st, 2024
• Non-permanent Indefinite Position (approximately 24 months)
• Annual Gross Salary: €28,000

 

OFFER DESCRIPTION

 The research technician advanced will have to develop mathematical models for the simulation of processes associated with the water cycle, such as hydrological models, water quality models, wastewater treatment plants, or collector systems.

 

KEY DUTIES

1- Develop or co-develop numerical models to simulate natural processes (hydrology and water quality) at basin or sub-basin scale, using SWAT+ or similar models.2- Develop or co-develop advanced statistical models based on AI for different applications in the field of the water cycle.

 

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Must have – Required

Research Field or Field of knowledge:

Computer engineering

Qualifications and Education Level:

Degree or Master’s degree in computer engineering

Skills:

Programming with Python, R, C++, and knowledge of numerical modeling (calibration techniques, sensitization, and uncertainty), as well as artificial intelligence.

Required Languages:

Catalan and English

Required Experience:

At least 12 months in a research center as a modeling technician.

 

Desirable

Advanced knowledge of numerical modeling, and experience in modeling natural systems using SWAT+.

 

BENEFITS

Working conditions: Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leaves and injuries at work.

International Environment: The opportunity to join a prestigious international research institution and become a member of a young and growing team.

Continuous training in a high-quality environment.

  

APPLICATIONS PROCEDURE & PROCESS

 All Applications must be contain:

CV

Motivation letter

DNI or NIE (valid and with work permit in Spain). If you do not have a NIE, please attach a statement that you commit to take the necessary steps to obtain a work and residence permit in Spain.

Academic Qualifications

 

Deadline for Applications:

Submission of applications at ICRA – Offers

The deadline to submit the required documentation is 19/09/2024.

 

Selection process:

In accordance with the OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced recruitment panel is formed for every vacancy at the beginning of the process. After reviewing the content of the applications, the panel will start the interviews. A profile questionnaire as well as a technical exercise may be required during the process.

 

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

In ICRA we are committed to maintaining and developing a work environment in which the values and principles of our organization are respected and equal opportunities between women and men be promoted in each of the areas in which we operate, not tolerating discrimination based on criteria such age, sex, marital status, race, ethnicity, disabilities, political leanings or sexual orientation. 

Recruitment will be carried out as provided for in Article 15 of Royal Legislative Decree 1/1995 of 24 March passing the text of the Workers’ Statute Act, in accordance with the provisions of Article  2 of Royal Decree 2720/98 of 18 December (B.O.E. 8 January 1999), Act nº 12/2001 of July 9 (B.O.E. 10 July) and concordant regulations.

The principle of equality between men and women is taken into account, in accordance with Article 14 of the Spanish Constitution, the EU Directive of 9 February 1976 and the provisions of the Agreement of the Council of Ministers of March 4, 2005, passing the Plan for gender equality in the General State Administration.

Universal accessibility for persons with disabilities is taken into account, in accordance with paragraph 2 of Article 1 of Act nº 51/2003 of 2 December on equal opportunities, and 7% of vacancies are reserved provided the candidates pass the selection processes and are able to accredit disability and compatibility in performing the tasks so that we will progressively reach 2% of the total workforce.

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