Researcher for a project on the assessment and control of microplastics

University of Cadiz

Cádiz, Spain 🇪🇸

Offer Description

The University is seeking a researcher to carry out a project on the study of the origin and dynamics of salt load in the lower reaches of the River Guadaletea. This is a part-time position (20 hours per week) and requires a good knowledge of English.

Where to apply

Website: https://sede.uca.es/opencms/system/modules/sede/index

Skills/Qualifications

The successful candidate will carry out the following tasks, amongst others:
•    Assistance with sampling
•    Analysis of emerging contaminants (pharmaceuticals, microplastics, etc.)
•    Analysing contaminants and other regulated parameters in water intended for human consumption and in wastewater
•    Statistical analysis of the results obtained
•    Interpreting the results
•    Helping to publicise the project and drafting reports.

Specific Requirements

a level of English equivalent to or higher than B2

Additional Information

Eligibility criteria

Relevant qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Marine Sciences, Environmental Sciences, PCEO CC Mar-CC AA, or PCEO CCAA-CCMar.

Experience:

 Experience in the extraction and analysis of microplastics.

 Experience in the analysis of other emerging pollutants such as pharmaceuticals, pesticides, etc.

 Experience in the analysis of pollutants and other regulated parameters in water intended for human consumption and wastewater.

 Experience in water treatment technologies.

 Scientific articles related to the subject area.

 Placements at national and international research centres related to the subject area.

Languages: English at C1 level or above

Other: International experience and training in the use of microFTIR and/or ATR will be an advantage, as will training courses in statistics and the analysis of drinking water and wastewater.

Selection process

Required documentation:

  1. Copy of national identity document/passport
  2. Copy of degree certificate or Doctorate if required.
  3. Certificate of the academic transcript of the degree
  4. CV.
  5. Supporting documentation proving the merits included in the CV (e.g., diplomas, publications, courses, conferences)
  6. Signed application form

Additional comments

Knowledge of Spanish is required

More information in Anexo 6 Ref 10/2026/06

Responsible: María Dolores Coello Oviedo

Website for additional job details: https://personal.uca.es/convocatorias-de-capitulo-vi-2026/

Kindly note that our business hours are Monday through Friday in the morning.

mail: seleccion.capitulovi@uca.es

Website for additional job details: https://personal.uca.es/convocatorias-de-capitulo-vi-2026/

5 days remaining

Apply by 26 October, 2026

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