PREDOCTORAL RESEARCHER POSITION TO WORK ON “STIMULI-RESPONSIVE MOFS FOR LIGHT AND RADIATION-DRIVEN CANCER THERAPY”

Predoctoral Researcher Position to work on “Stimuli-Responsive MOFs for Light and Radiation-Driven Cancer Therapy” Offer list 26.46 MPA3 PRE Application Form Deadline: Aug 6th, 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 an FPI Predoctoral Researcher Positionfor for the Advanced Porous Materials Unit (APMU), looking for talented and motivated candidates with strong background in Biomaterials, for mainly the preparation of novel, biosafe and effective MOF nanoplatforms for combined advanced cancer therapies, within the frame of the call for proposals 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 y por el FSE+. Tasks Description The requirements are as follows: Desing and synthesis of biodegradable metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) incorporating therapeutic functionalities Full characterization of the obtained materials using a large panel of techniques. Critical analysis of the results and writing of reports. Communicate and disseminate research results through high-quality scientific channels including high impact scientific publications, presentations in conferences, etc. Supervision of Master or undergraduate studies. Requirements Compulsory Requirements: Official MSc in Biomaterials, Materials Science or equivalent (no PhD). Demonstrated experience in material synthesis of MOF nanoparticles and characterization (XRD, fluid sorption, spectroscopies, microscopies, TGA, DLS) Other Merits To Value Knowledge and experience in cell culture techniques. Knowledge and experience in oxygen carriers. Oral and written communication skills in English. Motivation to pursue the goals of the project. 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 22.500€ – 25.400 per year, depending upon qualification and expertise. The contract includes all the benefits of the Spanish Public Health and Social Security System. Contract: Predoctoral contract of a maximum duration of four years. Workplace IMDEA Energía, Móstoles, Madrid Documents Msc Official Academic title 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.

Design and synthesize biodegradable metal-organic frameworks for cancer therapy and perform full characterization of the materials. Communicate research findings through scientific publications and presentations while supervising undergraduate or master's students.

Candidates must hold an official MSc in Biomaterials, Materials Science, or an equivalent field. Demonstrated experience in the synthesis and characterization of MOF nanoparticles is required.

• Spanish Public Health and Social Security System benefits

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Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Biomaterials
• Metal-organic frameworks synthesis
• XRD
• Fluid sorption
• Spectroscopy
• Microscopy
• TGA
• DLS
• Cell culture techniques
• Oxygen carriers
• Scientific writing
• Research dissemination
• Data analysis
• English communication

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

Formation minimale

Maîtrise

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

22 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Internship