Laboratory Technician for Organic & Hybrid Materials group

JOB DESCRIPTION:

CIC energiGUNE is searching for a laboratory technician for Organic & Hybrid Materials group to work on the development of organic materials to be implemented in the different technologies developed in the center, both next generation lithium batteries and post-lithium technologies.

Main job functions:

• Synthesis and characterization of organic materials - standard laboratory purification techniques and use of analytical instruments for structural, physico-chemical and electrochemical characterization.
• Integration of organic functional materials in energy storage devices.

Main techniques to be used:

• Standard operating procedures for synthesis of organic compounds and characterization.
• Structural & physicochemical characterization: nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMR), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), UV-Vis, Raman, elemental analysis, thermogravimetric analysis, calorimetry (DSC).
• Electrolyte preparation and characterization: physicochemical (conductivity, viscosity, density) and electrochemical (linear and cyclic voltammetry studies).
• Cell integration and component characterization.

Area: Electrochemical energy storage (EES)

WHAT WE OFFER:

• We are offering a temporary contract and advantageous professional development opportunities with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.
• Flexible working hours promoting work-life balance and self organization.
• Full access to cutting-edge laboratory facilities and characterization platforms.
• The incorporation to a top research center in Europe that makes high quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.
• Professional and personal development: opportunity to attend seminars, international conferences, training courses, etc.
• Integrated, enthusiastic, international and multidisciplinary environment.
• A welcome program that offers help with finding accommodation and addresses other aspects to help you integrate into the local environment (such as free language courses, assistance with the administrative procedures, help with schools for children…).

TO APPLY:

All applicants are invited to submit their application a detailed curriculum vitae along with a motivation letter at this website:

The selection process ends once the candidate is selected.

CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.

Minimum Requirements:

• Higher vocational education in Laboratory Techniques or degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials science, Engineering or other scientific disciplines in a related field.
• Professional laboratory experience (synthesis and/or characterization and analytical techniques) will be positively considered.
• Experience in Electrochemical characterization techniques (galvanostatic cycling, CV, impedance measurements etc.) will be positively considered.
• Organization and time management skills.
• A highly motivated team player who can collaborate with other groups, academic and industrial partners.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.