SPECIALIZED RESEARCH TECHNICIAN (Tec_GGSolutions)

Analytical expert for water reclamation

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE JOB

• Job location: ICRA – Catalan Institute for Water Research, Girona (Spain)
• Number of positions available: 1
• Expected start: September 1st 2026
• Expected duration of the contract: 6 months
• Gross Annual Salary package: 20.000€ – 44.000 €

OFFER DESCRIPTION

ICRA is seeking to hire a Specialized Research Technician with strong background in analytical chemistry. The successful applicant is expected to conduct independent research on the monitoring of emerging pollutants in aquatic and biota samples through advanced analytical methods. This includes the application of in-house methods for the analysis of emerging pollutants in water and vegetable samples.

Additionally, the applicant will develop and apply complementary methods for the analysis of the target contaminants in the analysed samples.

Experience in liquid chromatography – mass spectrometry (LC – MS) is essential and experience with high resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) as well as knowledge in nature-based solutons are recommended.

Research funded by the Spanish State Research Agency of the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation and Universities and the European Regional Development Found. Project code: PID2024-161596OB-C21; MICIU /AEI /10.13039/501100011033 / FEDER, UE); Project GGSolutions

KEY DUTIES

The tasks that the contracted Specialized Research Technician will perform include:

i) applying analytical methodologies for the analysis of emerging contaminants in aqueous and vegetal samples;

ii) evaluating the presence of emerging contaminants in water and vegetable samples using various advanced analytical methods;

iii) assess bioaccesivility of emerging contaminants and evaluating their potential risks for human health;

iv) drafting protocols, scientific reports, and scientific articles;

v) a small proportion of time will be dedicated to common services such as joint laboratory maintenance, etc.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Must have – Required

Research Field or Field of knowledge:

Environmental Chemistry

Qualifications and Education Level:

Master in Environmental Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Science

Skills:

Experience in planning mesocosms experiments and monitoring of emerging pollutants;

handling and extraction of water and biota samples, as well as analysis with mass spectrometry methods (including HRMS);

in data management software.

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team; must be creative, flexible and eager to learn and expand their scientific network

Required Languages:

English, Catalan and Spanish

Required Experience:

Experience in laboratory experiments and monitoring campaigns;

Experience in handling and analysis of environmental samples (including water and plants); Demonstrated experience in environmental and analytical chemistry for the determination of organic pollutants (plastic additives, pharmaceuticals, etc.);

Knowledge in studying the fate of emerging pollutants in the environment;

Experience in platform presentations and in the preparation of papers/reports;.

Desirable

The following previous research skills and experiences will be taken into account in the selection process:

i) experience with high-resolution mass spectrometry (HRMS) for analysis of suspect and non-target substances and related software;

ii) knowledge in nature-based solutions for wastewater treatment, in particular in relation to hydroponic systems on the presence and fate of organic micropollutants

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 Degrees

Deadline for Applications:

Submission of applications at ICRA – Offers

The deadline to submit the required documentation is June 12th, 2026.

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 and equality of opportunity and treatment is promoted in each of the areas in which we operate, creating a context favorable to diversity and to eradicate any type of direct or indirect discrimination based on age criteria (within the limits set by the Workers’ Statute), marital status, racial or ethnic origin, social status, religion or convictions, political tendency, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender expression, sexual characteristics, union membership or not, because of language, disability or because of sex, including any unfavorable treatment dispensed for the exercise of conciliation rights or co-responsibility of family and work life.

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.

Ensures effective compliance with the rights to equal treatment and non-discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and identity, gender expression or sexual characteristics of LGBTI people in the ICRA workplace, in accordance with Royal Decree 1026/ 2024, of October 8, which develops the planned set of measures for equality and non-discrimination of LGBTI people in companies.

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