RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITION TO WORK ON VALORIZATION OF BIOPULP OBTAINED AFTER THE THERMOHYDROLYSIS OF MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE FOR BIOETHANOL PRODUCTION

Research Assistant Position to work on Valorization of Biopulp Obtained after the Thermohydrolysis of Municipal Solid Waste for Bioethanol Production Offer list 26.41 BT3 RA Application Form Deadline: Aug 23rd, 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 Research Assistant position in the Biotechnological Processes Unit, seeking motivated candidates to work on bioethanol production from pretreated municipal solid waste. Tasks Description The requirements are as follows: Macromolecular characterization of the substrate. Optimization of the enzymatic hydrolysis step. Production of bioethanol from hydrolyzed streams. Assessment of simultaneous enzymatic hydrolysis and fermentation. Process scale-up to 50 L bioreactors. Requirements Compulsory Requirements: Degree in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biology or related areas. Other Merits To Value Previous experience with yeast fermentation Previous experience in a biotechnology lab (analytics, microorganisms cultivation, waste valorization, etc) 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 19.000€ – 21.000€ per year, depending upon qualification and expertise. The contract includes all the benefits of the Spanish Public Health and Social Security System. Contract: 6 months Workplace IMDEA Energía, Móstoles, Madrid Documents Certificates of academic titles 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 Research Assistant will work on the valorization of biopulp obtained from municipal solid waste for bioethanol production. Key tasks include macromolecular characterization, optimization of enzymatic hydrolysis, and process scale-up.

Candidates must have a degree in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or related fields. Previous experience in yeast fermentation and biotechnology labs is valued, along with strong communication skills in English.

• Spanish Public Health and Social Security System Benefits

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• Biotechnology
• Chemical Engineering
• Biology
• Yeast Fermentation
• Microorganisms Cultivation
• Waste Valorization
• Enzymatic Hydrolysis
• Bioethanol Production
• Macromolecular Characterization
• Process Scale-Up
• Analytical Skills
• Communication Skills
• Research Skills
• Motivation
• Teamwork

• Science & Research
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Energy
• Technology

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

14 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level