Organisation/Company Fundación IMDEA Materiales Research Field Engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Country Spain Application Deadline 3 Sep 2025 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
The PhD candidate will be involved in a project that seeks to develop a platform system to generate biodegradable and biocompatible synthetic polymers with customizable mechanical properties and degradation rates tailored to specific tissues and conditions. Some of the specific tasks that will be required are:
* Automating processes for the generation and evaluation of biocompatible synthetic polymers for specific applications in tissue engineering.
* Generating data on the mechanical properties, degradation, and biocompatibility of synthesized materials to correlate results through mathematical models and simulations to predict behaviors in biological applications.
* Validating the automation and data generation platform by conducting biological experiments with different cell groups involved, depending on the application.
We are looking for a candidate with a background in biomaterials and knowledge in biology, cell culture techniques, and programming.
* Candidates should have a background in biomedical engineering, materials science, physics, biology, chemistry, medical science, biotechnology, or a related discipline.
* Experience in the biological evaluation of materials (in vitro).
* Desirable experience in robotics, machine learning, and programming.
* Availability to start in March 2025.
* Fluent in English (written and oral).
* Confident in hands-on work in the lab and an excellent self-starter.
* Quick learner and comfortable working in novel environments.
* Ability to set up new experiments based on requirements.
Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent
Research Field Engineering Years of Research Experience None
Additional Information
Applications are processed upon reception. The position might be closed once ten working days have passed since publication, so we encourage early application.
The working language of the Institute is English. Full command of the English language is required in all positions.
WHAT YOU WILL FIND AT IMDEA:
Stimulating environment where you can grow professionally.
IMDEA Materials Institute is committed to equal opportunities, diversity and the promotion of a healthy work environment and work-life balance. Female applicants are encouraged to apply to our research and technical positions. See our Gender Equality Plan here and our Code of Ethics here .
Besides on-the-job technical training, IMDEA Materials Institute is committed to training the Institute’s scientists and staff in “soft” or transversal skills. See the available training here .
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Additional comments
- Three-year contract with a first-year evaluation period.
- Full-time contract, including social security coverage.
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