CREAF is pleased to announce 3 research positions as part of our Severo Ochoa Talent Recruitment Strategy. We aim to recruit 3 researchers awarded with the MSCA-PF Seal of Excellence to develop their MSCA-PF proposal. The MSCA-PF Seal of Excellence certificate recognizes the value of proposals presented under the MSCA postdoctoral fellowships that scored 85% or above but are not funded due to a lack of budget.
CREAF is aligned with the CoARA principles, ensuring that research assessment and recruitment focus on quality, originality, and inclusivity rather than relying solely on traditional quantitative metrics.
At CREAF, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment. As part of our ongoing commitment to gender equality, we strongly encourage applications from candidates of all gender identities. Our selection process aims to ensure fair representation, and we strive to include individuals from underrepresented gender groups in our final candidate selection.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- A 2-year full-time contract with incorporation between July 2025 and March 2026.
- 35.422,78 annual gross salary.
- Up to 8000€/ year as research budget (conferences, meetings, short stays, etc.).
- Regular training and career development support.
- Support for grant applications (RyC, Junior Leader, Horizon Europe projects, etc.).
- Full access to all specialized services of the CREAF Research Management Offices, including Communication, Research Impact, Knowledge Transfer, Open Science, and more.
- Access to research facilities, collaborative research environments, and open digital infrastructures.
- A vibrant and inclusive work culture with a commitment to diversity and equality.
TASKS:
- Develop the MSCA-PF proposal scored with the Seal of Excellence during the 2-year contract.
- Conduct high-quality research.
- Lead high-quality scientific publications.
- Collaborate with CREAF researchers and international partners to enhance scientific impact and promote broader research impacts when deemed relevant.
- Participate in external outreach and academic activities to promote your research.
- Prepare an annual report on scientific activities conducted, to be shared with CREAF’s Severo Ochoa Panel.
- Contribute to internal committees and working groups for the management of the center when postdoctoral representation is required.
REQUIREMENTS:
- A completed PhD on a topic related to CREAF’s research.
- MSCA-PF Seal of Excellence from 2024 or 2023 MSCA-PF call.
- Support from a CREAF’s researcher to act as supervisor if the proposal was initially designed to be conducted at another host institution as well as support from the initial international partner if needed it.
ASSESSABLE CONDITIONS:
- Feasibility of conducting the MSCA-PF proposal at CREAF facilities under the supervision of a CREAF researcher.
- Two-way knowledge transfer between the supervisor and the candidate.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to advancements in the research field and broader research impacts, making scientific knowledge openly accessible.
- Experience in developing and leading proposals for competitive project applications.
- Proven ability to work independently from the PhD supervisor.
- International experience.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
- Advanced proficiency in English
- Candidates with a certified disability of 33% or more will be prioritized, provided the disability is compatible with the position's responsibilities.
SELECTION PROCESS AND CRITERIA:
- Application Submission: Candidates must apply for the job offer by submitting (1) the MSCA-PF proposal (the digitally protected submitted proposal, not an edited version) , (2) the Evaluation Summary Report , and (3) if the proposal was initially designed to be conducted at another host institution, a support letter from a CREAF researcher as well as the international partner justifying the feasibility of conducting the MSCA-PF proposal at CREAF facilities. The deadline for submission is 21st March 2025 at 14h. Applications will only be accepted through CREAF’s job portal.
- Pre-selection: determination of compliance with the requirements of the offer.
- Selection: Our selection process is designed to be transparent and inclusive. Candidates will be assessed based on the overall quality and impact of their research outputs, with a focus on original and impactful contributions rather than traditional metrics. We are committed to promoting gender balance and inclusivity in our recruitment. The Selection Committee, composed of 5 members randomly chosen from CREAF’s Research and Development Commission, will be published. Any committee member listed as a supervisor in a candidate’s proposal will be excluded from the selection process to avoid conflicts of interest. All members will sign a confidentiality agreement to ensure the privacy of the proposal..
- Phase 1: Assessment of the preselected candidates based on the score obtained in the MSCA-PF evaluation report.
- Phase 2: Short-listed candidates will be called to an interview. Candidates who are interviewed will receive qualitative feedback on their applications to promote transparency and demonstrate fair, supportive recruitment practices. - Final decision: in case of finding the suitable candidates, the election will be formally communicated, and the identification of the selected researchers will be published on CREAF job opening section.
- Expected calendar:
- Application deadline: 21st March 2025
- Preselection: April 2025
- Interviews: May 2025
- Incorporation: Between July 2025 and Mar 2026
JOB OFFER IN PDF
