The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ)
is seeking a Scientific Entrepreneur to work with the Business
Development unit and the Innovation and Valorisation Laboratory.
This position will be funded by “MINISTERIO DE CIENCIA, INNOVACIÓN
Y UNIVERSIDADES” through project “(ref. PDC2025-164909-I00), within
the “PROYECTOS PRUEBA DE CONCEPTO 2025” call. ICIQ is committed to
performing excellent research at the frontier of knowledge in the
broad area of chemistry (Catalysis, Artificial Photosynthesis,
Activation of Small Molecules, Photovoltaics, Functional Molecular
Assemblies and Chemical Biology, from either theoretical or
experimental perspectives). The institute also aims at training the
future generation of scientists by offering high-quality
educational programmes to master, PhD students and postdoctoral
researchers (Full details on http://www.iciq.org/ ). Our mission is
to lead, from the vantage point of molecular science,
cross-strategies for solving major social and economic challenges,
such as climate change and sustainable supply of energetic and raw
materials, thereby contributing to the establishment of a
knowledge-based economy and improving citizens’ quality of life in
our influence area. ICIQ is looking for a Scientific Entrepreneur
that merges a technical background in electrochemistry, hydrogen,
engineering and catalysis by one side, and business development,
strategy and marketing in the other one. The scientific
entrepreneur will work at the Innovation and Valorisation
Laboratory and work in close collaboration with the Business
Development manager. The researcher will work on the elaboration of
the strategic plan and business model to explore several technology
transfer strategies for ICIQ technologies related to the obtention
of methanol and hydrogen peroxide through electrochemical
processes. Responsibilities Elaboration of business plan and
marketing and/or investment strategy Engagement with industry and
investors Fund raising Elaboration of one pager, pitch deck and
investor plan Elaboration of reports and oral communications




Requirements Bachelor in STEM Careers (Electrochemistry, Chemistry,
Engineering, etc…) Significant experience in Business Development,
Marketing, Communication or Finances Good knowledge of English
(written and spoken) Motivated, creative, and problem-solving
individual capable of working independently as well as in a team
Valued qualities Master in Business Administration (MBA) or related
Knowledge about Industrial Property system Previous experience as
entrepreneur in a deep tech start up Previous experience in
Business Management Previous experience with CRM marketing tools We
offer A full-time contract linked to the project PDC2025-164909-
I00. Incorporation: May 2026 An international and dynamic
environment within a multidisciplinary team Annual salary split
into 12 monthly payments. Remuneration aligned with the company’s
salary policy, within the PTTAGE1-PTTAGE3 band (32.640 – 37.080
EUR), based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Flexible 37.5 hours working week Option to work remotely one day a
week. Free parking available at our facilities. Continuous training
plan to support your professional development. Good connection to
public transportation networks. Facilities with spacious areas,
abundant natural light, and a functional, well‑designed environment
aimed at enhancing people’s wellbeing. RESERVATION OF PLACES FOR
PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES EQUAL TO OR GREATER THAN 33% This place is
reserved for candidates who meet the requirements and have the
legal status of people with disabilities with a degree of
disability equal to or greater than 33%. In the event that there
are no applicants with disabilities who meet the requirements, the




rest of the applications without declared disability will be
evaluated. OTM-R principles in the selection processes ICIQ follows
the principles of Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment
(OTM-R) and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers
as established by the European Commission. ICIQ follows in its
selection process a gender equality opportunity policy and a
non-discrimination policy on the basis of age, ethnic or social
origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, language and
disability. ICIQ is committed to promoting a work-life balance for
its employees and, as such, offers versátil working hours. The
Selection Committee for this process is composed of: • Sergio
Sopeña de Frutos ; Business Development Manager; KTT Department •
Felipe Garcés ; Ramón y Cajal Fellow; JR Galan Research Group •
Vanesa Lillo ; Scientific Coordinator; JR Galan Research Group A
Human Resources Unit representative will participate in the
interviews to ensure procedural correctness and compliance with OTM
R principles, without forming part of the Selection Committee. The
evaluation committee will perform the assessment ensuring the
absence of conflict of interest with any of the candidates, and
will sign a Declaration of Absence of Conflict of Interest (DACI)
to that end. In case a conflict of interest arises, the evaluator
will be substituted by a different evaluator with similar
expertise. Selection Process ICIQ’s selection process usually
entails the following phases: · Pre-selection: The pre-selection
process will be based on qualifications and expertise as reflected
on the candidates’ CVs. This phase is merit-based. · Interview:
Preselected candidates will be interviewed by the Hiring Manager of
the position and the appointed Selection Committee. · Offer Letter:
Once the successful candidate is selected, the People Unit will
extend a Job Offer, specifying the start day, salary and overall
job conditions. For further information, you can visit our HR
Excellence in Research page at: HR Excellence in Research (
iciq.org )

📌 Scientific Entrepreneur (Ref: KTT 2026-01) (Cataluña)
🏢 ICIQ
📍 Cataluña