Research Technician: Data, GIS & Modelling

Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA); España; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA) in Girona, Spain seeks a research technician expert in statistical tools, GIS and modelling to define patterns of current and future water use and their effects on aquatic ecosystems and social uses of water. You will process data and apply modelling to deliver detailed insights for resource management.

This six‑month position starts January 2027 and offers the chance to work within a dynamic, international research team focused on water security and

Qualifications

• Minimum university degree in Biology or Environmental Sciences.
• Master’s degree is valuable.
• Use of statistical tools, GIS and modelling.

Responsibilities

• Processing and interpretation of data using statistical tools, GIS and modelling, aimed at making a detailed analysis of the impact caused by the current and future use of resources on aquatic ecosystems and social uses of water.
• Minimum university degree in Biology or Environmental Sciences.
• Master’s degree is valuable.
• Skills: Use of statistical tools, GIS, advanced modeling tools

Skills

Statistical tools

GIS

Modelling

Data processing

River ecology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or Environmental Sciences

Master’s degree is valuable

Tools

GIS software

Statistical modelling tools

Job description

Catalan Institute for Water Research (ICRA) in Girona, Spain seeks a research technician expert in statistical tools, GIS and modelling to define patterns of current and future water use and their effects on aquatic ecosystems and social uses of water. You will process data and apply modelling to deliver detailed insights for resource management.

This six‑month position starts January 2027 and offers the chance to work within a dynamic, international research team focused on water security and