Group Leader (Ref: GL 2024-01)

Job title:

Group Leader (Ref: GL 2024-01)

Company:

ICIQ

Job description

The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking a Group Leader to lead a new research group.ICIQ is one of the world’s internationally recognized leading institutions in the field of chemistry, and it is committed to solving significant social and economic challenges by conducting top-quality research in three main areas: Sustainable catalysis, renewable energy, and health. The institute also aims to train future scientists by offering high-quality educational programs to master, PhD students and postdoctoral researchers (complete details on ).Tasks and Responsibilities:The Group leader must independently coordinate the scientific program of the research group. Lead and drive the preparation and submission of scientific proposals. Supervise PhD Thesis and Postdoctoral researchers. The group leader has the responsibility to commit himself/herself to the ethical guidelines of the Institution, collaborate with the ICIQ Direction and other ICIQ staff, and report when requested to the Scientific Advisory Board.Candidate’s Profile:We are looking for talented and innovative young scientists who are firmly committed to high-quality frontier research and able to add new insights to the existing ICIQ core expertise. Only candidates awarded a Ramon y Cajal Fellowship with an outstanding record of research achievements and publications, proven success in obtaining competitive funding and high-impact publications in top-quality journals will be considered. Experience managing European research projects is mandatory. The research topic of interest for this funded position must focus on nanostructured photocatalytic systems and light-driven micro/nanomotors that could efficiently convert biowaste and CO2 into high-value chemicals and fuels. Both approaches align with the ICIQ’s sustainable development goals, including clean energy generation and water decontamination.Application documents:Applicants are requested to submit:

• A letter of interest (up to 3 pages)
• A full curriculum vitae
• A description of previous accomplishments
• A research plan (up to 5 pages)
• The contact information for at least three references.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.Conditions:

• A permanent full-time employment contract (to be evaluated every 3 years by the Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) and, if the evaluation by the SAB is negative, it will result in the termination of the permanent contract).
• Annual salary split into twelve monthly payments.
• Competitive salary.
• Full access to the ICIQ facilities (state-of-the-art instrumentation facilities, solvents and gases and management and administrative support).
• Incorporation: September 2024

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 established by the European Commission.ICIQ follows in its selection process a gender equality opportunity policy and a non-discrimination policy based on 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 ProcessICIQ’s selection process usually entails the following phases:

• Pre-selection: The process will be based on qualifications and expertise reflected in the candidates’ CVs. This phase is merit-based.
• Interview: Preselected candidates will be interviewed by the Hiring Manager of the position and the appointed Selection Committee.
• Offer Letter: Once the successful candidate is selected, the People Unit will extend a Job Offer, specifying the start day, salary and overall job conditions.

For further information, you can visit our HR Excellence in Research page at:20 years leading frontier research and scientific career developmentThe Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia stands as a forefront research centre dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge, with a commitment to addressing social and economic challenges, such as climate change, sustainable raw material supply and energy sources.Distinguished with two Severo Ochoa excellence accreditations, ICIQ is globally recognized as a benchmark in cutting-edge chemical research. Our Institute comprises 316 researchers, organized into 18 research groups that specialize in sustainable catalysis, renewable energies, and health. Excellence is propelled through the seamless integration of computational and experimental research methodologies.ICIQ researchers have achieved significant success, securing 25 projects funded by the European Research Council (ERC Grants). Additionally, 8 of our researchers hold ICREA professorships, solidifying ICIQ’s position as a premier centre attracting international talent.Situated in Tarragona, at the heart of Southern Europe’s major petrochemical complex, ICIQ actively collaborates with the industry, facilitating the transfer of knowledge and driving the development of innovative applications, with a distinct emphasis on patents and spin-offs. A cornerstone of our mission is the training of the next generation of scientists through high-level education programmes.As a CERCA centre and member of BIST, ICIQ is committed to shaping the future of chemical research as a driving force for contributing to a sustainable and equitable development. For further information, please visit © 2024. All rights reserved.

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Location

Tarragona

Job date

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 00:14:22 GMT

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