Laboratory Technician to work on the automation of laboratory processes

Application Form Deadline: Dec 16th, 2025

IMDEA Energy Institute´s main objective is to develop R&D activities in the fields of renewable energy, decarbonization and clean energy technologies by establishing strong links with leading companies in the energy sector. (www.energy.imdea.org).

Description

IMDEA Energy is opening a Laboratory Technician Position for the Photoactivated Processes Unit, looking for talented candidates to work on the automation of laboratory processes.

Principales tareas:

  • Process automation with Labview, Siemens PLC and Python.
  • Programming of Yaskawa SDA 10F or similar robotic arms.
  • Management of internal and web databases.
  • Modelling of parts by 3D printing.
Requirements

Requisitos obligatorios:

  • Higher Degree in Automation and Industrial Robotics (FPII) or similar

Otros méritos a valorar:

  • Proven expertise on automatization/robotization chemistry Laboratory
  • Proven knowledge on programming, as Python, R, C++, etc. and also in Labview, and SolidWorks.
  • Oral and written communication skills in English
Selection Criteria
  • Adequacy of the candidate's training to the requested profile.
  • Work experience related to the profile of the job position.
  • Knowledge of English.
  • Motivation for accomplishing high-quality research.
Conditions
  • Remuneration: Between 17.000€ – 21.000€ per year, depending upon qualification and expertise.

*The contract includes all the benefits of the Spanish Public Health and Social Security System.

  • Contract: 6 month.
Workplace

IMDEA Energía: Móstoles, Madrid.

Documents

Final decisions will be personally communicated by e-mail to all candidates.

 

Equal opportunities are guaranteed in the selection process, without any forms of discrimination. Female  applicants are encouraged to apply to favor parity in employment.
IMDEA Energy commitment is to guarantee equality in measures to balance personal, family and working life and to promote gender equality.