CHARACTERISTICS OF THE JOBJob location: ICRA – Catalan Institute for Water Research, Girona (Spain)Number of positions available: 1Expected start: 01/02/2026Expected duration of the contract: 12 monthsGross Annual Salary package: €20,000-€44,000
This offer and contract are subject to obtaining the corresponding financing (Project pending Resolution), that the financial funds are available and to the effective start of the Project.
OFFER DESCRIPTION
The Research Support and Knowledge Transfer Unit at ICRA is seeking to recruit a technician specialising in hydrology, specifically in numerical hydrological modelling and hydrological field measurements.
The successful candidate will work on competitive research projects and knowledge transfer contracts involving hydrology-related tasks and, whenever possible, will lead projects of this type.
KEY DUTIES
The main duties of the person joining the Research Support Unit will include:
Numerical modelling of surface and groundwater hydrology using SWAT+ or similar models.
Analysis of environmental data series (e.g. meteorological and hydrological data).Hydrological field measurements (e.g. piezometers, river discharge measurements).
EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Must have – Required
Research Field or Field of knowledge:
Environmental sciences, geology, biology, physics, mathematics, engineering or related fields.
Qualifications and Education Level:
Advanced Vocational Training (CFGS/FPII), Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree or PhD.
Skills:
– Programming skills in Python.
– Basic knowledge of numerical modelling (calibration techniques, sensitivity and uncertainty analysis).
– Advanced knowledge of hydrological modelling using SWAT+ or similar tools.
– Basic knowledge of database-based method implementation.
Required Languages:
Catalan, Spanish, English.
Required Experience:
At least 24 months of experience in a research centre
Desirable
Advanced knowledge of numerical modelling and specific experience using the SWAT+ model
BENEFITS
Working conditions: Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leaves and injuries at work.
International Environment: The opportunity to join a prestigious international research institution and become a member of a young and growing team.
Continuous training in a high-quality environment.
APPLICATIONS PROCEDURE & PROCESS
All Applications must be contain:
CV
Motivation letter
DNI or NIE (valid and with work permit in Spain). If you do not have a NIE, please attach a statement that you commit to take the necessary steps to obtain a work and residence permit in Spain.
Academic Degrees
Deadline for Applications:
Submission of applications at ICRA – Offers
The deadline to submit the required documentation is 01/01/2026
Selection process:
In accordance with the OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced recruitment panel is formed for every vacancy at the beginning of the process. After reviewing the content of the applications, the panel will start the interviews. A profile questionnaire as well as a technical exercise may be required during the process.
