Support Technician (Ref Support Technician 2025-08 CB)

The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking a Support Technician to work in Prof. Carles Bos research group. This position will be funded by the project 01-479 Open-Data for Computational Chemistry and Material Science: ioChem-BD of the call OSCARS 1st Open Call for Open Science Projects and Services financed by the project -OSCARS of the call HORIZON-INFRA-2023-EOSC-01-01 of the Horizon Europe programme.

ICIQ is one of the worlds internationally recognized leading institutions in the field of chemistry committed to solving major social and economic challenges by conducting top quality research in three main areas: Sustainable Catalysis Renewable Energy and Health. The institute also aims at training the future generation of scientists by offering high-quality educational programs to master PhD students and postdoctoral researchers (full details on is looking for one Junior Software Developer to work in the Oscars project in the development of GUIs for Web applications and computational workflows.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

The candidate will develop Graphical User Interfaces for Web applications and computational workflows. Documentation of the new codes and creation of user manuals.

Requirements:

• CFGS (Desenvolupament daplicacions web) or equivalent or superior

Valued qualities:

• Programming skills:
  - Strong understanding on HTML CSS and Single-page applications (SPA)
  - Python JavaScript language jQuery toolkit
  - Interactive & Responsive Design: Bootstrap toolkit
  - Familiarity with UI/UX Principles
• Proficiency with content composition design prototyping
• Open to learning new technologies frameworks and best practices
• He/she should be a motivated open-minded highly dynamic and a team player.
• Proven good knowledge of English (written and oral).
• Capable of working in a team decision making creative thinking and problem solving.
• Strong commitment for scientific research in a competitive environment.
• Good communication skills

We Offer:

• A temporary full-time employment contract linked to the project OSCARSending on 31/12/2026.
• Remuneration according to individuals qualification/experience
• Annual salary split into twelve monthly payments.
• Incorporation: January 2026.

OTM-R principles in the selection processes

ICIQ follows the principles of Open Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment (OTM-R) and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers as established by the European Commission.

ICIQ follows in its selection process a gender equality opportunity policy and a non-discrimination policy on the basis of 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 Process

ICIQs selection process usually entails the following phases:

• Pre-selection: The pre-selection process will be based on qualifications and expertise as reflected on the candidates CVs.
• Interview & practical exercise: Preselected candidates will be interviewed by the Hiring Manager of the position and the appointed Selection Committee. The interview will include a practical scientific glass blowing exercise at ICIQ.
• 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.

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