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2026-27_2_181 - A senior technician contract to provide support to the UIB Microbiology Research Group

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22 Sep 2026

Job Information

Organisation/Company
Universitat de les Illes Balears
Research Field
Technology » Biotechnology
Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)
Positions
Bachelor Positions
Application Deadline
Country
Spain
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Hours Per Week
37,5
Offer Starting Date
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by a EU programme
Reference Number
PID2022-139042NB-I00
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

PI: Dr. Joseph Alexander Christie De Oleza
 


 

Funding body:
 

MICIU / AEI / 10.13039/501100011033
 

ERDF (European Regional Development Fund)
 


 

Institution:
 

Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB) / University of the Balearic Islands (UIB)
 


 

A contract to undertake tasks on the 2022 Knowledge Generation project "Initial Colonisation and Biodegradation Mechanisms of Recalcitrant Plastic (PlasticROS)" (PID2022-139042NB-I00).
 


 

The successful candidate will perform specific tasks for goal 3, focused on developing and implementing an experimental

Where to apply

Website
https://ppi.uib.cat/inici/

Requirements

Research Field
Technology
Education Level
Bachelor Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications

A Degree in Biotechnology.
 


 

Particular consideration will be given to candidates holding a Master's Degree in Microbiology or similar.

 

 

Specific Requirements

Experience in microbiology and molecular biology techniques applied to microorganisms.
 


 

Experience growing and maintaining microorganisms with the ability to biodegrade polymers.
 


 

Experience designing, developing and implementing experimental systems and methodologies for scientific research.
 


 

Experience handling and characterising polymers, as well as with plastic analysis material techniques.
 


 

Experience publishing scientific results in internationally renowned indexed scientific journals.
 


 

A solid command of English would be a plus.

Years of Research Experience
1 - 4

Additional Information

Benefits

Gross monthly salary: 1,900.00 €
 


 

National Social Security Insurance (Public Health Insurance)
 


 

Planned end date of the tasks subject to the contract:
 

Sunday, February 28, 2027
 


 

Compensation may be higher where the successful candidate accredits recognised professional experience.

Eligibility criteria

• Curricular merits in the field (max. 40 points).
 


 

• Qualifications in the specialist area (max. 20 points), other (max. 5 points).
 


 

• Video curriculum and, if applicable, personal interview (max. 20 points).
 


 

• Experience in the field (max. 15 points). E.g.: > 3 years (10 points), < 3 years (5 points).
 


 

• Other merits (max. +5 points). E.g.: recommendation letters.
 


 

Eligibility threshold: 60 points.
 


 

Candidates who hold the qualification corresponding to the required category in the job offer with a non-EU degree, if selected, must present a certificate of equivalence of their non-EU qualification to a European qualification, or proof of having applied for this equivalence, in order to proceed with their hiring.

Selection process

In accordance with article 8 of the REGULATORY AGREEMENT 145140 of 15th June 2022 that approves the regulation governing the recruitment of research staff under chapter 6 allocation of the university budget, as well as technical or operational research staff.
 


 

Selection committee:
 


 

i. The relevant Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research (or person s/he delegates), as chair.
 


 

ii. The management team for the relevant department.
 


 

iii. The members of the Research Area Assessment Committee (CARAI).
 


 

iv. Three experts in the field pertaining to recruitment, where appropriate.
 


 

v. The head of the Management Office for the Research Promotion and Human Resources Programme (or person s/he delegates), acting as secretary.
 

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Additional comments

Project PID2022-139042NB-I00 funded by MICIU/AEI /10.13039/501100011033 and ERDF (EU).
 


 

Please check the official website (https://investigacio.uib.es/Contractacio/Convocatories-vigents/) for updates and details of this offer, as they may be subject to change and will not be reflected in this publication.

Website for additional job details

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Universitat de les Illes Balears / University of the Balearic Islands
Country
Spain
Geofield

Contact

State/Province
Illes Balears
City
Palma
Website
Street
Cra. de Valldemossa Km 7,5
Postal Code
07122
E-Mail
forhu.contractacio@uib.es

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