Senior Researcher In Biohydrometallurgy Metal Recovery And Circular Economy Applications

Organisation/Company CETIM Research Field Chemistry Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 4 Jan ***:00 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 30 Oct 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
Senior professional specialised in biohydrometallurgy to carry out the monitoring, management and technical execution of R&D&I projects focused on metal recovery through biological processes.
The successful candidate will participate in projects involving the application of microorganisms —including bacteria, fungi and microbial consortia— for the bioleaching of metals present in different matrices, such as electronic waste, mining by-products and other industrial waste streams.
The position combines a high level of technical specialisation with responsibilities for project coordination, personnel management, collaboration with companies and research organisations, and the identification and development of new R&D&I opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Technical execution and monitoring of R&D&I projects in biohydrometallurgy and bioleaching.
Design and execution of laboratory-scale experiments, including work with flasks and fermenters.
Experimental design, analysis, interpretation and discussion of results.
Application and optimisation of biological metal recovery processes.
Technical coordination of projects and consortia.
Management and coordination of technical and research staff involved in the projects.
Preparation of project reports, technical reports and scientific publications.
Search, review andnálisis of scientific and technological information.
Identification and development of new R&D&I lines and projects.
Participation in R&D&I proposals and business development activities at regional, national and European level.
Liaison and coordination with companies, universities and public research organisations.
Education:
Master's degree in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Mining Engineering or a related field.
Experience:
At least 5 years of experience in the technical execution of R&D projects related to biohydrometallurgy and/or the recovery of metals from solid matrices. Experience in the preparation of technical reports and/or scientific publications.
Technical Knowledge:
Biohydrometallurgy and metal bioleaching.
Experience working with microorganisms (bacteria, fungi and microbial consortia).
Design and execution of laboratory experiments.
Experience working with flasks and fermenters.
Analysis and interpretation of experimental results.
Scientific and technical writing.
Languages:
English and Spanish B2 +
Experience in applied research with an industrial focus.
Languages ENGLISH Level Good
Languages SPANISH Level Good
Research Field Chemistry
Additional Information
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute CETIM Country Spain State/Province A Coruña City A Coruña Postal Code * Street Parque Empresarial de Alvedro calle H, 20, Geofield
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