POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER POSITION TO WORK ON PHOTO(THERMO)CATALYTIC PRODUCTION OF SOLAR FUELS

Postdoctoral Researcher Position to work on photo(thermo)catalytic production of solar fuels Offer list 26.50 FA2 POD Application Form Deadline: Aug 10th, 2026 IMDEA Energy Institute is a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence dedicated to conducting research and development (R&D) in the fields of renewable energy and clean energy technologies, while fostering strong partnerships with leading companies in the energy sector (www.energy.imdea.org). Description IMDEA Energy is opening a Postdoctoral Researcher Position for the Photoactivated Processes Unit, looking for talented and motivated candidates to work on the productions of Solar Fuels by Photo(electro)catalytic processes, within the framework of the 2025 Call for Grants for «Proyectos de Generación de Conocimiento» and actions for the training of predoctoral research personnel associated with these projects, funded by MICIU/AEI/10.13039/501100011033. Tasks Description The requirements are as follows: Design and synthesis of photo(electro)catalysts. Advanced characterization of catalysts using different physicochemical and optoelectronic techniques, including in situ and operando spectroscopies. Photo(electro)catalytic testing (at lab scale and semi-pilot plant scale). Catalytic tests may include: alcohols reforming, OER, CO2 reduction or H2 production. Design of photo(electro)catalytic reactors. Generation of research outputs and contribution to research with independent and original ideas. Communication and dissemination of research results through high-quality scientific channels, which include high-impact scientific publications, conferences, workshops, etc. Writing project proposals for national and international calls related to the research topic. Supervision of doctoral, master's or bachelor degree students. Requirements Compulsory Requirements: PhD. degree in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical engineering or equivalent. Experience material synthesis Experience on photo(electro)catalytic processes. Other Merits To Value Accredited experience on photo(electro)chemical catalysis Experience on materials synthesis of inorganic and organic semiconductors, mainly in conjugated porous polymers, and hybrid heterojuntions Experience on general and advanced characterization of active materials for photo(electro)catalytic processes. Knowledge on reactor engineering. Good track record of indexed scientific publications. Experience in national and international research projects. Proven oral and written communication skills in English. Selection Criteria Adequacy of the candidate's training to the requested profile. Work experience related to the profile of the job position. Knowledge of English. Motivation for accomplishing high-quality research. Conditions Remuneration: Between 40.000€ – 44.000€ per year, depending upon qualification and expertise. The contract includes all the benefits of the Spanish Public Health and Social Security System. Duration of the contract: 1 year Workplace IMDEA Energía, Móstoles, Madrid Documents PhD Certificate Motivation Letter Final decisions will be personally communicated by e-mail to all candidates. Equal opportunities are guaranteed in the selection process, without any forms of discrimination. Female applicants are encouraged to apply to favor parity in employment. IMDEA Energy commitment is to guarantee equality in measures to balance personal, family and working life and to promote gender equality.

The researcher will design and synthesize photo(electro)catalysts and conduct testing at lab and semi-pilot scales for solar fuel production. Responsibilities include generating research outputs, publishing in high-impact journals, and supervising students.

A PhD in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field is required. Candidates must have experience in material synthesis and photo(electro)catalytic processes.

• Spanish Public Health System • Social Security System

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• Photoelectrocatalysis
• Material Synthesis
• Physicochemical Characterization
• Optoelectronic Techniques
• In situ Spectroscopy
• Operando Spectroscopy
• Reactor Engineering
• CO2 Reduction
• Hydrogen Production
• Scientific Writing
• Project Proposal Writing
• Student Supervision

• Science & Research
• Energy
• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability

Formation minimale

Maîtrise

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

26 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Internship