PhD Positions

Job Information

Organisation/Company: Principe Felipe Research Center

Research Field: Chemistry » Other; Biological sciences » Other; Pharmacological sciences » Other; Technology » Biotechnology

Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)

Positions: PhD 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

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe - ERC

Reference Number: [contact details available in the full listing]

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Job description (function and tasks):

We are looking for a predoctoral researcher to join the team of the ERC Advanced Grant MORPHEUS project, contributing to the design, synthesis, functionalisation, and characterisation of novel complex polymeric materials for applications in advanced therapies. The main responsibilities will include the planning and experimental execution of polymer synthesis and functionalisation strategies, the application of purification and characterisation techniques, and the analysis and interpretation of experimental results. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team, as well as with a strong motivation to develop new experimental skills. The candidate will also be expected to contribute effectively to the research activities of the project and to work in accordance with the scientific standards and working practices of a research project funded by the European Research Council.

Basic requirements of the position:

The candidate must hold MSc degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
High level of English, both spoken and written.

Experience required:

Advanced knowledge of nanomedicine and polymeric therapies, together with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
Practical experience in the use of laboratory instrumentation for the synthesis and characterisation of polymeric materials.