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Researcher in Emerging Contaminants

End date: 17/02/2025

Functions

The centre: The BIOMA Institute (within the University of Navarra) seeks to be a benchmark as a research centre on biodiversity and the environment, promoting scientific excellence, innovation and collaboration between professionals from different disciplines to positively impact society and the conservation of the environment. The offer: We are looking to incorporate a person to carry out research work at the Institute of Biodiversity and Environment BIOMA of the University of Navarra. We are looking for someone with a relevant research profile who can work and lead the research line on Emerging Pollutants and Ecotoxicity. The candidate will join the Integrated Laboratory of Environmental Quality whose research lines focus on the study of environmental pollution (Atmospheric, Chemical, Water and Soil) and its impact on health and ecosystems (mainly forests). However, given the transversal profile of this field of knowledge, the candidate is expected to establish collaborations with other research groups of the Institute, such as Environmental Toxicology, Water Treatment or Agricultural Chemistry and Biology. Description of the team/working group/project: The Institute develops its activity in four main areas : Biodiversity and Natural Wealth, Environmental Quality and Health (One Health), Sustainable Agriculture and Agroecology and Environmental Sustainability and Circularity. The group he will join has a long experience in projects assessing the exposure and effects of pollutants on human health and the natural environment, in different environmental spheres. The Institute also has state-of-the-art analytical equipment that will allow the development of research projects in this line of work.

Requirements

Have completed a stay in a foreign centre of international reference.

Training

PhD in topics related to pollution by emerging pollutants and their effects on health and ecosystems. Training in analytical chemistry, environmental sciences, ecotoxicology, environmental chemistry, chemical engineering, biology and related sciences is envisaged.

Languages

English and Spanish

Experience

Proven experience in participation in competitive projects, with particular value placed on the ability to obtain funding. To be in possession of R3 level or in a position to achieve it according to their publications, projects, etc. Proficiency in advanced instrumental techniques for trace metal quantification, isotopic studies, morphological and elemental characterisation of particles, identification and quantification of volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds, and analysis of microplastics. Experience in environmental sampling (air, water, soil) and in the handling of complex matrices. Ability to develop and validate innovative analytical methods. Experience in risk assessment and in the design of ecotoxicity studies. It will be an asset: Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, R or MATLAB, Design of experiments. Knowledge of Ecology and Environmental Toxicology. Experience in chemometrics and predictive modelling. Collaboration network with researchers from relevant national and international centres. Scientific productivity. Ability to lead research teams and supervise Master and PhD students. Experience in multidisciplinary collaboration. Observations: We are looking for a person with the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams, as well as the capacity for autonomy and leadership.
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