FBK IS LOOKING FOR TWO TECHNOLOGISTS IN CHEMICAL AND MORPHOLOGICAL CHARACTERIZATIONS; THIS POSITION IS PARTIALLY FUNDED BY NATIONAL RECOVERY AND RESILIENCE PLAN (PNRR) INITIATIVE

Funding reference Fondo IPCEI – intervento Idrogeno 1 Prog.
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IPCEI-I1_ - CUP B63C Decreto di concessione n.
del Parzialmente finanziato da PNRR M4C2.
Dalla ricerca all'impresa - I2.
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PCEI Responsabile del Procedimento.
Alessandro Dalla Torre FBK is a research institution devoted to excellence in research in numerous disciplines and it is designated to the role of keeping the Autonomous Province of Trento in the mainstream of European and international research.
Each research area is assigned to a specific research Centre, and there are twelve in total.
Information regarding the research Centers, their activities and production are available at http:/www.
bk.
u/research-centers.
Workplace Description The Centre on Sustainable Energy (SE) supports the development of devices and methods for generation, storage, and distribution of energy solutions at low environmental impact.
This will be done in the perspective of energy sustainability, of systems and solutions that respect the environment and the quality of life, of solutions with a lower impact on health and on environmental pollution levels.
The ground for the Centre on “Sustainable Energy” is based on the Decarbonization targets, which will demand for more flexibility of the energy system, through new gas and power grids and using energy vectors and storage solutions, as enablers for the wide penetration of renewables.
The HYdrogen Technologies and Resilient Energy Systems (HyRES) Unit is dedicated to research and development, and it is at the forefront of promoting hydrogen technology and resilient energy systems.
With a primary focus on hydrogen, the unit works diligently to innovate the future energy grid, making it more intelligent and capable of integrating renewable sources.
Ensuring energy resilience and security is a central goal, particularly in collaboration with industrial partners.
The research encompasses numerous aspects, including hydrogen production, storage and final uses, all with the overarching aim of reducing the carbon footprint of energy systems and positively impacting the energy market, making it more sustainable and secure for the future.
Background information and description of research projects This position will be included in the framework of IPCEI Hy2Tech in FBK.
FBK is involved in all the specific technical fields (TF) of IPCEI Hy2Tech, with the final scope to support the European H2 value chain and industry from TRL 3 to TRL7-8.
The main activities involve.
co-design and co-engineering of technologies.
(joint) Laboratory facilities, enabling validation and testing of technologies components, blocks, materials and strategies for multiscale power and several conditions.
Safety and controls.
introducing proper design for safe technologies in hydrogen sector, with digital tools at the support of new products and/or new processes.
Control development based on dynamic simulation.
Verified with SiL (Software In the Loop) and Hil (Hardware In the Loop) approach, and Territorial implementation for technologies and different end uses in industry, mobility, and territorial ecosystem.
Job Description - Profile 1 The HyRES unit is looking for a technologist with competence and knowledge in morphology and elementary characterization.
The working figure will be responsible for.
Morphology and elementary characterization of sample for H2 sector; Performing characterization activities, especially on morphology; Preparing and submitting reports on analysis of materials; Preparing specifications for the purchase of equipments and follow installation and commissioning; Proposing novel solutions of analytical characterization for H2 and introducing novel and state-of art technologies, or novel equipment, procedures and protocols; Managing and maintaining operational equipment (e.
.
BET and SEM); Elaborating experimental data and investigating trends/correlations between micro material proprieties (porosity, surface area, etc..) and macro features of components (electrical conductivity, permeability, etc....) in collaboration with the testing teams, and simulation teams for modeling development; Producing reports, deliverables, technical reviews and scientific publications; Participating in the preparation of the project’s proposal.
Job requirements The Ideal Candidate should have.
Master’s degree in chemistry, Material science, Physics or similar; Know-how in material characterization techniques (i.
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SEM, AFM, XPS, contact angle measurements, gas physisorption and chemisorption); Experience in sample preparations and good practice in a chemical lab; Familiarity with heterogeneous catalysis, electrocatalysis, water splitting and H2 sector; Proven experience in material chemistry; Language assessment according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
level of knowledge required.
Knowledge of English will be verified during the interview on a technical or scientific topic and must be equal to or exceed level B2.
Definitions of levels can be found at the following link https:/www.
oe.
nt/en/web/common-european-framework-reference-languages/level-descriptors Teamwork approach, good communication and relational skills.
Job description - Profile 2 The HyRES unit is looking for a technologist with competence and knowledge in chemical analysis of liquid and gas samples.
The working figures will be responsible for.
Supporting chemometrics efforts of the group in data analysis and experiment design; Characterization and analysis of liquid and gas samples either online or ex-situ of electrocatalysis experiments and non-electrochemical technologies; Elaborating experimental data and investigating trends/correlations between trace of contaminants or mixture ratio with degradation in H2 technology in collaboration with the testing teams, and simulation teams for modeling development; Proposing novel solutions of analytical characterization for H2, introducing novel and state-of art technologies, or novel equipment, procedures and protocols; Preparing specifications for the purchase of equipment and follow installation and commissioning; Preparing and submitting reports on analysis of materials; Managing and maintaining operational chromatographic and mass spectrometric systems; Producing reports, deliverables, technical reviews and scientific publications; Participating in the preparation of the project’s proposal.
Job requirements The Ideal Candidate should have.
Master’s degree in chemistry, Material science, Physics or similar.
Know-how in Chemometrics, Chemical Analysis (GC, MS, ICP-MS, etc.).
Experience sample preparations and good practice in the chemical lab.
Familiarity with heterogeneous catalysis, electrocatalysis, water splitting and H2 sector.
Proven experience in analytical chemistry, material chemistry.
Language assessment according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
level of knowledge required.
Knowledge of English will be verified during the interview on a technical or scientific topic and must be equal to or exceed level B2.
Definitions of levels can be found at the following link https:/www.
oe.
nt/en/web/common-european-framework-reference-languages/level-descriptors Teamwork approach, good communication and relational skills.
Employment Type of contract.
fixed-term contract Working hours.
full-time (38 h per week) Start date.
January Duration.
36 months Contract type.
CCPL Research Foundation Personnel (https:/ trasparenza.
bk.
u/ita/Personale/Contrattazione-collettiva/Rinnovo-CCPL-delle-Fondazioni) the current gross annual remuneration is from € to € , depending on background and expertise of the profile related to the scientific domain Workplace.
Povo (Trento) and Rovereto Benefits.
flexi-time, company subsidized cafeteria or meal vouchers, internal car park, welcome office support for visa formalities and for research in accommodation, supplementary pension (Resaver, Laborfonds) and health fund (Sanifonds), family-work balance, free training courses, support on bank account opening, discount on public transport, sport, language course fees, counseling and psychological support service.
More info at https:/www.
bk.
u/en/work-with-us/ Application Interested candidates are requested to submit their application by completing the online form (https:/hr.
bk.
u/en/jobs), indicating the profile for which the candidate is applying.
Please make sure that your application contains the following attachments (in pdf format).
● detailed CV; ● cover letter indicating why the candidate is suitable for this position.
Application deadline.
the 5th of December Selection process and assessment criteria The Evaluating Committee will be appointed by the HR Director at the end of the application deadline.
The recruiting process will be handled in accordance with the “Gender and generational equal opportunities, as well as the employment inclusion of people with disabilities in public contracts financed with the resources of the PNRR and PNC” guidelines and with the Foundation's Gender Equality Plan.
The Committee may compile the short-list of the candidates admitted to the interview, remotely or in presence.
The short-list shall be compiled based on the requirements set out in the call (contained in the requirements of the job description), with the support of the screening of CVs and any other required documents.
Candidates with a minimum score will be admitted to the interview phase.
Shortlisted candidates must do at least one interview with the Committee.
In case of specific need, the Selection Committee can also meet remotely, by teleconference or video conference, provided that all members can be identified and that they are able to follow and intervene in the discussion, as well as to receive, transmit and view documents.
During the evaluation step, evaluation support tools such as tests or questionnaires may be used.
Furthermore, group tests and/or practical tests may be administered.
Evaluation criteria The recruitment process will be based on the total points obtained by the evaluation of the qualifications/ expertise and the evaluation of the interview.
A maximum of 40 points will be allocated for qualifications and expertise that the candidate expresses on the resume, while the interview will be worth up to 60 points.
The interview scores will be assigned to candidates by the Commission according to the following criteria.
the presentation of their personal profile; the knowledge about the scientific domain, the experience in working for research projects and the language skills.
Only candidates obtaining at least 25 points in the evaluation of the qualifications and the expertise will be admitted for the interview.
The interview is considered as “passed” if the applicant obtains at least 45 points.
The final score will be used to generate the final suitability list for each job position.
Results of the selection process All candidates will be notified via email once the selection process has been completed.
The suitability list may be used to fill the position in case the successful candidate doesn’t accept the job offer.
At the website https:/ jobs.
bk.
u/ in the \"Selection results\" section, will be published the details of the selection process and the final results.
Diversity & Inclusion policy FBK actively seeks diversity and promotes inclusion in the workplace.
The main aims of the FBK Diversity & Inclusion policy are to.
● Promote gender equality across the research domains and on all levels by encouraging qualified female candidates to apply for job positions and by implementing specific improvements and measures as stated in the Gender Equality Plan (GEP); ● Foster young talents development by offering opportunities to grow; ● Become a disability-inclusive organization by encouraging applications from candidates with a disability (Law ).
We provide special assistance to applicants during the recruitment procedure and reasonable arrangements for disabled staff; ● Promote a healthy work-life balance by offering a package of flexible working arrangements and facilities (telework, individual working time, parental leave, etc).
The FBK operates in compliance with current legislation concerning fixed-term contracts.
Candidates with disabilities are invited to state whether they belong to the categories referred to in Law , and to indicate this in the curriculum vita sent in application for recruitment.
Processing of personal data Pursuant to art.
13 of EU Regulation No.
(GDPR), we inform you that your personal data shall be processed for the management of the selection process and of the obligations connected to it, through manual, electronic and informatic means and will be guaranteed within privacy and security standards as indicated in the full privacy policy.
In order to ensure and respect the principles of publicity, transparency and impartiality, the name of the successful candidate and the names of suitable candidates will be published on the FBK website following acceptance of the position.
For further information, please contact the Human Resources Services at .