SENIOR RESEARCHER – ENERGY STORAGE & DATA SCIENCE

Are you interested in being part of a technological center of excellence where you can contribute and add technological value to companies and institutions, focusing on research, development and industrial innovation (R+D+2i)? Do you want to work in a leading environment with all the technological innovations within your reach?

Leitat is a technological center of reference at national and European level. With more than 100 years of history, it has a team of more than 400 professionals, experts in applied research, technical services and management of technological and innovation initiatives. Leitat provides social, industrial, economic and sustainable value, offering integral solutions in multiple sectors and fields : health and biomedicine, development of new materials, eco-sustainable production, occupational health prevention systems, waste revaluation and use of natural resources; interconnectivity and digitalization of industry, green energy and maximization of energy efficiency. Leitat develops R+D+i projects for companies and institutions, as well as leads research projects with competitive funding both within the framework of the European Union and the Ministry of Science and Innovation.

We are currently looking for a Senio r Researcher Energy Storage & Data Science :

As a Senior Researcher in our energy storage group, you will play a key role in leading research and innovation activities within national and Horizon Europe (HE) projects. Your work will focus on advancing methodologies for battery testing, data analysis, and digital tools for energy storage applications. You will drive collaboration with academic, industrial, and institutional partners, while providing technical leadership and guidance to project teams. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of sustainable energy through cutting-edge European projects, while mentoring junior colleagues and strengthening our research capabilities.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead research tasks in national and European projects related to battery testing, modeling, and energy storage system optimization.
• Guide the development and application of digital tools, AI / ML models, and advanced data analysis methodologies for energy storage research.
• Coordinate project deliverables, ensuring quality, and timely completion.
• Act as a key technical contact with external project partners, representing the organization in European consortia and research networks.
• Contribute to the preparation of proposals for competitive funding calls and support strategic project acquisition.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior researchers and engineers.
• Disseminate research outcomes through publications, presentations, and stakeholder engagement.

What do we expect from you?

Qualifications

Languages

Fluent in Spanish and English, oral and written.

You will succeed in this position if you bring :

What is it like to work at LEITAT?

You will be located at the headquarters in Barcelona and will work in an attractive environment, being part of a unique innovation ecosystem with cutting-edge technologies and highly equipped laboratories. We offer flexible working hours so that you can reconcile your personal life and your professional development. In addition, you will enjoy subsidized catering in our centers, medical insurance and you will have a permanent contract with a salary commensurate with your experience, training and development.

We are proud to offer these types of benefits that support the goals and well-being of our team members.

We also support equal opportunities and diversity - we strive every day to be a more inclusive workplace adapted to all groups!

If you are a person with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a high capacity to achieve your goals within the established deadlines and able to work independently and as part of a team, do not hesitate, sign up for our offer.

We would love to hear from you!

At LEITAT we look forward to meeting you!