Job description (function and tasks)
We are seeking a researcher with a strong background in polymer chemistry, advanced materials and nanomedicine to lead and coordinate the scientific activities related to the chemical development area of the ERC Advanced Grant MORPHEUS project. The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding the development of strategies for the design, synthesis, functionalisation and assembly of complex polymeric systems, as well as defining and supervising the structural, physicochemical and functional characterisation strategies required for their validation. The position will also involve the preparation of scientific publications, technical reports and project-related documentation.
Basic requirements of the position
- Required qualifications: The candidate must hold a PhD in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Materials Science or a related discipline.
- High level of spoken and written English.
Experience required
- More than 5 years of experience in polymer chemistry and the development of polymeric materials, including their design, synthesis, functionalisation and characterisation.
- Broad understanding of the applications of polymeric materials in the life sciences, particularly in biomedical and cancer-related applications.
Position details
- Organisation/Company: Principe Felipe Research Center
- Research Field: Chemistry » Other; Chemistry » Organic chemistry; Other
- Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
- Positions: Postdoc Positions
- Application Deadline: 19 Nov 2026 - 12:00 (Europe/Madrid)
- Country: Spain
- Type of Contract: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-time
- Hours Per Week: 37,5
- Offer Starting Date: 1 Jan 2027
- EU Research Framework Programme: Horizon Europe - ERC
- Reference Number: [contact details available in the full listing]
- Number of offers available: 1
Where to apply
Website: https://cipf.fundanetsuite.com/ConvocatoriasPropias/en/Convocatorias/VerConvocatoria?Id=191
Work Location(s)
Principe Felipe Research Center, Calle Eduardo Primo Yúfera, 3, 46024 Valencia, Spain
