Head of Laboratory

**DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTITUTION**:
CIC energiGUNE is a research center specialized in energy, electrochemical storage (batteries and supercapacitors), thermal energy solutions and hydrogen, a member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance
- BRTA and a strategic initiative of the Basque Government. CIC energiGUNE is a reference in knowledge transfer and was created in 2011 to generate fundamental excellence knowledge useful for the Basque business network.

CIC energiGUNE has a dynamic research team of more than 100 researchers and is extremely well equipped with a wide range of up-to-date facilities that are fully available to all the research community. In 2019, the European Commission has awarded CIC energiGUNE with the ´HR Excellence in Research´ label, which reflects the center´s commitment to implement fair and transparent recruitment and appraisal practices, and certifies its salutary work environment.

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CIC energiGUNE is looking for a **Head of laboratory** that will lead the organization and management of the centre’s laboratories and to guarantee the level of external and internal service by optimizing their operation.

**Functions**
- Commercial responsible of the of the laboratories (high added value equipment) external services, ensuring:

- Proactivity in the search for clients.
- Obtaining income from private financing.
- Quality of the service provided: deadlines for delivery of results
- Ensure benchmark and best practices in the published information of the services: catalogues, website, dossiers
- Control, supervise and verify the processes and practices in the laboratories, especially in the development of characterizations.
- Ensure the conditions of use and operation of the elements, instruments and equipment necessary to carry out activities in the laboratory.
- Supervise the work of the laboratory coordinators ensuring quality, good practices, maintenance of laboratory equipment and stocks, as well as organization, order and cleanliness of the lab.
- Ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements.
- Give support carrying out research activities, technical assistance and projects where required.
- To implement and develop new methodologies, according to the needs that arise.

**WHAT WE OFFER**:
We offer a **permanent contract** to join an innovative and cutting-edge project focused on sustainability, value creation and the generation of collaborative ecosystems where the development of people and diversity is promoted.

CIC energiGUNE will help smooth the transition for you and your family, providing a welcome program. We allow schedule flexibility and we operate under a hybrid remote/in-person work model.

CIC energiGUNE is located close to the city of Vitoria-Gasteiz (Spain), in the heart of the Basque Country. The Basque Country is the region with the highest R&D investment in Spain, with more than 20.000 researchers. The basque research ecosystem comprises a solid and collaborating community composed of universities, technology and cooperative research centers.

**HOW TO APPLY**:
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CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.
- Degree in chemistry and further training in analytical chemistry or equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years of direct laboratory experience
- Knowledge of characterization techniques:

- ICP, GC-MS, AE (mandatory).
- BET, UV-VIS, Mercury porosimeter (recommended).
- Proactive, with high capacity of commitment and team work, spirit of cooperation and personal improvement.
- Resolute, with a high level of autonomy and goal orientation.
- Good analytical, communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Commercial and negotiations skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Health and safety training will be highly valued.