CREAF is seeking to recruit a Technical Assistant for the C4SQ+ project (CARBON 4 SOIL QUALITY+), ref. Euro-MED0601855, funded by the Euro-Med Programme of the European Union.
A full-time employment contract (37.5 hours per week) is offered, with immediate start, and a duration until December 31, 2027. The gross annual salary offered is €18,959.16 (corresponding to professional category T6).
MAIN FUNCTIONS:
Installation of different carbon farming covers in a regenerative horticultural system.
Carrying out day-to-day tasks for the four treatments: preparation, sowing, irrigation, weeding of spontaneous plants, and harvesting.
Monitoring and recording production data and time dedicated to the different tasks, as well as collecting soil samples.
REQUIREMENTS:
Proven experience in horticultural work.
Proven experience working on regenerative ferms.
ASSESSABLE CONDITIONS:
The main workplace will be in the Garrotxa region; therefore, candidates residing in the area will be especially valued.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Priority will be given to candidates with a certified and officially recognized disability equal to or greater than 33%, provided that it is compatible with the proper performance of the job.
SELECTION PROCESS AND CRITERIA:
Admission of candidates: Applicants must apply for the offer and attach the requested documentation, a curriculum vitae in English and a cover letter (maximum 500 words), until April 30th, 2026 Applications submitted to any portal other than the CREAF job board and the instructions included therein will not be accepted.
Pre-selection: assessment of compliance with the minimum requirements of the job offer.
Selection: evaluation of the pre-selected candidates through scoring based on objective criteria, interviews with a shortlist of candidates, and a proposed exercise.
Final decision: if a suitable candidate is identified, they will be formally informed of their selection, and all other participants in the selection process will be notified by email.
CREAF’s main objective is to generate knowledge and create new methodological tools in the field of terrestrial ecology, with special emphasis on forest ecology, in order to improve environmental planning and management in rural and urban areas. This is achieved through:
Basic research. CREAF conducts first-class, innovative basic research and a centre of excellence at both national and international levels.
Applied research. CREAF also conducts applied research, especially in the field of forestry. This research contributes to the sustainable management and conservation of resources and ecosystems.
Development of methodological and conceptual tools. These tools are designed to facilitate decision-making and improve environmental management.
Transfer and diffusion of knowledge. CREAF transfer scientific and technological know-how through training courses, consultation and various types of publications.
