Laboratory Technician Smart Nano-Bio-Devices Research Group

Introduction

Smart Nano-Bio-Devices Research Group seeks a Laboratory Technician to support synthesis and characterization of micro‑and nanoparticles for advanced nano‑bio devices.

• Synthesize micro‑ and nanoparticles (inorganic and organic) and support group members in synthesis.
• Maintain analytical and characterization tools, responsible for equipment based on skills.
• Assist in sample preparation and characterization by SEM, TEM and other microscopy techniques.
• Organize lab, order reagents and equipment in coordination with technicians and Group Leader.
• Introduce new lab members to facilities and lab rules.
• Manage group’s equipment reservation calendars and train new users.
• Oversee onboarding and check‑out of group members.
• Manage lab spaces and computers.
• Act as contact person between researchers and distributors, maintenance, security, secretary, and IBEC departments (IT, Core, Facilities, Health & Safety, Finances, Communications).
• Ensure lab safety.

• Degree or master’s in chemistry, nanoscience, nanotechnology, nanomaterials, or biomedical sciences.
• Knowledge of nanoparticle synthesis (inorganic or organic) and characterization techniques (e.g., DLS, Z‑potential, spectroscopy).
• Experience with SEM/TEM microscopy, 3D printing, or cell culture is advantageous.
• High level of English.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, collaboration, commitment, proactivity, integrity, critical and analytical thinking, problem solving, and organizational skills in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.

• Positions available: 1
• Start date:
  
  as soon as possible
• Full‑time, 1‑year contract
• Work‑life balance measures: flexible schedule, 23 paid holidays, 9 personal leave days, parental leave.
• IBEC provides equality of access, training catalogue, induction programme, visa assistance.
• Location:
  
  Barcelona Science Park, Spain.

Submit online via IBEC dedicated site until 31 July 2026: (Usted puede enviar una solicitud o contactar con nosotros por email usando el Buzón de Solicitud online de abajo)/

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