Research Support Technician in nanofabrication and nanoscale thermal transport

Somma; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support for relocation issues

Life insurance

Job summary

Somma is hiring a Research Support Technician in Barcelona to focus on nanofabrication and nanoscale thermal transport. The technician will develop and study 2D materials, contributing to innovative research projects.

This full-time position is suitable for candidates with a BSc/MSc in Physics, Nanoscience, or similar and involves excellent organizational and communication skills. Salary and relocation support are offered.

Qualifications

• BSc/MSc in Physics, Nanoscience or similar.
• Knowledge in experimental techniques for nanofabrication of 2D materials; Raman spectroscopy is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop nanofabrication methods for large-area 2D materials.
• Study nanoscale transport in suspended and supported 2D materials.

Skills

Experimental techniques for nanofabrication of 2D materials

Optical characterization techniques (Raman spectroscopy)

Organizational and time-management skills

Scientific writing and communication skills in English

Education

BSc/MSc in Physics, Nanoscience or similar

Job description

As a flagship research center in nanoscience and nanotechnology, our mission is to open and explore new frontiers of knowledge at the nanoscale, and bring value to society in the form of new understanding, capabilities and innovation, while inspiring and providing broad training to the next generations of researchers. Our values are Commitment, Collaboration and Transformation.

Job Title

Research Support Technician in nanofabrication and nanoscale thermal transport

Department

Thermal Properties of Nanoscale Materials

Description of Group/Project

The Thermal Properties of Nanoscale Materials group (GTNaM), active at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) since 2000, has become affiliated to the Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia (ICN2) in January 2021. Its activities mainly revolve around the study of thermal properties of disordered and nanoscale materials, with special focus on the ultrathin film limit and low‑dimensional solids. https://gtnam.org/. ‘Phonon engineering in precisely assembled atomically thin layers (PETITE)’ aims at development of advanced 2D materials with enhanced elastic and thermal anisotropy via phonon engineering, by controlling the precise arrangement of atomic layers and their relative angle and interface quality.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develop nanofabrication methods for free‑standing, large‑area 2D materials (mechanical exfoliation and dry transfer).
• Study nanoscale transport in suspended and supported 2D materials.

Requirements

• Education: BSc/MSc in Physics, Nanoscience or similar.
• Knowledge and professional experience in experimental techniques for nanofabrication of 2D materials; optical characterization techniques such as Raman spectroscopy will be a plus.
• Personal competences: Excellent organizational and time‑management skills, ability to deliver timely and high‑quality outputs, scientific writing and communication skills in English, ability to work independently and proactively, and ability to work with highly qualified professionals with international backgrounds.

Summary of conditions

• Full time work (37.5 h/week)
• Contract length: temporary, 6 months
• Location: Bellaterra (Barcelona)
• Salary will depend on qualifications and demonstrated experience.
• Support for relocation issues.
• Life insurance.

Estimated incorporation date

01/10/2026

How to apply

1. A cover letter.
2. A full CV including contact details.
3. Reference letters or referee contacts.

Deadline for applications: Applications will be reviewed continuously.

Equal opportunities

At ICN2, we foster an inclusive and safe work environment, free from any form of discrimination—whether based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, origin, culture, religion, disability, or any other personal or social condition. We are committed to ensuring equal treatment and opportunities in all our processes, especially in recruitment, which is based solely on talent, experience, and ability. We implement proactive policies for inclusion and harassment prevention that reinforce our commitment to respect and fairness. If you share these values and are looking to grow in an open and diverse environment, ICN2 is ready to welcome you.