RESEARCH SUPPORT STAFF: chemistry

Universidad Politecnica de Cartagena; España; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF CARTAGENA invites applications for a full-time Research Support Staff position in the chemistry domain, focusing on optimization of catalytic electrodeposition and GDL systems for electrolyzer and fuel cell manufacture.

The role is permanent with a 35-hour work week (Mon-Fri, 9:00–14:00). The gross annual salary is €26,071.36. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electronic and Automation Engineering and provide degree recognition if earned abroad.

Qualifications

• Academic background including bachelor’s degree and English proficiency (B2).
• Proof of degree recognition if obtained abroad may be required.
• Willingness to work full time in a university research setting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on development and assembly of electrolyzers and PEM fuel cells.
• Contribute to research activities within the GENHESIS project.
• Participate in evaluation and selection of hydrogen technologies.

Skills

English certificate

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electronic and Automation Engineering

Job description

Organisation/Company Universidad Politecnica de Cartagena Research Field Chemistry » Physical chemistry Researcher Profile Other Profession Positions Research Support Positions Application Deadline 5 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF CARTAGENA , A CALL FOR APPLICATIONS IS ANNOUNCED FOR THE HIRING OF STAFF FOR SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITIES -TECHNICAL SUPPORT STAFF (GROUP II) IN THE RESEARCH AREA OF OPTIMIZATION OF THE CATALYTIC ELECTRODEPOSITION AND GDLS SYSTEMS FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF ELECTROLYZERS AND FUEL CELLS (CALL CODE: C-041/26) .

Deadline for submission of applications: November 5.

TITLE OF THE POSITION OFFERED: RESEARCH SUPPORT STAFF: chemistry

TYPE OF CONTRACT: Indefinite.

PROFESSIONAL CATEGORY: GROUP II. University Degree Holder.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION: Bachelor's Degree in Electronic and Automation Engineering.

In the case of degrees obtained abroad (including EU degrees), applicants must provide proof that they hold the corresponding recognition or credential attesting to the equivalence of their degree, if applicable.

WEEKLY DEDICATION: This will be a full time position, and the workweek
will consist of 35 h, from Monday to Friday, from 9h to 14h.

GROSS ANNUAL REMUNERATION: The employee will receive an annual gross salary of 26.071,36 euros.

PROJECT TITLE: Optimization of the catalytic electrodeposition and GDLs system for the manufacture of electrolyzers and fuel cells.

DURATION: The term of this contract will be contingent upon the availability of budgetary funds for the aforementioned line of research.

Current R&D&I activity:
\"Optimization of the catalytic electrodeposition and GDL systems for the manufacture of electrolyzers and fuel cells.
Project: Electrolyzer and Fuel Cell Technologies Enabling Green Hydrogen as an Energy Vector (GENHESIS),\" reference number 7861/23IQA-P, funded by SOLTEC INNOVATIONS, S.L. Budget line 30.05.18.B125 541A 643.10 (code: 2023/00219/001).

INTENDED DATE OF DEPUTY EMPLOYMENT: 1st January 2027.

TASKS TO BE CARRIED OUT:

Collaborate on the development and assembly of electrolyzers
and PEM fuel cells.

PLACE OF WORK: Physical Chemistry Laboratories, Lecture Hall C, Alfonso
XIII Campus.

MERITS TO BE ASSESSED AND EVALUATION CRITERIA:

Academic Background (40%): Academic merits. The grade
obtained in the undergraduate degree (80%) and in the Master’s in Renewable Energy
(20%) will be taken into account for the final score in this section.
Specific Training (30%): Training related to hydrogen technologies
will be evaluated.
Professional experience (15%): Verified professional experience
related to hydrogen will be evaluated, with 1 point awarded for each year of employment.
Languages (5%): Official B2-level English certificate.
Other merits (5%): Awards received for work related to
hydrogen technologies. Articles, papers, and conference presentations related to
hydrogen technologies. Scholarships related to hydrogen.
Personal interview (5%): Suitability for the position will be evaluated.