Proyecto de Generación de Conocimiento 2024 by the Spanish Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities
Introduction to the vacant position:
The Smart Nano-Biodevices Group is looking for a Predoctoral Researcher to develop a PhD project on biocompatible nanomotors for colorectal cancer treatment. The contract will be funded within the framework of the “Proyectos de Generación de Conocimiento 2024” project BiOrganiBOTS (Biodegradable Organic Nanobots for the Treatment of Mucinous Tumors), through an FPI grant associated with the project.
This fellowship is associated with the research project Generación de Conocimiento, funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities.
Main tasks and responsibilities:
- Synthesis and optimization of PLGA-based nanoparticles and enzymatic nanomotors.
- Drug loading/release studies in cellular models.
- Development of patient-derived mucus-secreting tumor-on-a-chip model.
Requirements for candidates:
Essential:
- Degree and Master’s in any field of chemistry, materials sciences, biology, nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, or similar.
- Multidisciplinary qualifications (Physics/Maths, Physics/Engineering, biology/chemistry etc.) and/or knowledge on nanoparticles and drug delivery systems (specifically on enzyme catalysis and nanomotors will be a plus).
- Competencies and skills: Communication, Teamwork and collaboration, Commitment, Proactivity, Integrity, Critical and Analytical thinking.
- High level of English.
Advantageous:
- Experience in 3D printing, skills in CAD modelling (e.g., Autodesk Fusion 360), and familiarity with Freeform software from Formlabs will be considered a plus.
- Experience related with the field of nanomotors will be highly valued.
For the conditions, requirements, details of the research project and other relevant data, please check the general call Proyectos de Generación de Conocimiento 2023 by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation at http://www.ibecbarcelona.eu/phd
We Offer:
- Number of available positions: 1
- Predoctoral researcher contract: 4 years
- Starting date: As of January 1st, 2026 (to be confirmed, based on the resolution of the call Proyectos de Generación de Conocimiento 2024 by the Spanish Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities).
- For labour conditions, please click in the call at www.ibecbarcelona.eu/phd
- IBEC ensures equality of access to professional development opportunities irrespective of employment status, length at IBEC or other factors. The IBEC’s yearly training catalogue offers a wide range of training in technical and transferable skills.
- High-quality international scientific environment.
- Induction programme to facilitate incorporation at IBEC and additional support is provided for foreigners to obtain Visa-working permit and to install in Barcelona.
How to apply:
Until October 29th an online application form is available through IBEC dedicated site: https://careers.ibecbarcelona.eu/
Only those applications submitted before the deadline will be evaluated.
Reference: FPI_SS
If you have any further questions regarding your application, please contact us at phd@ibecbarcelona.eu
Principles of the selection process:
IBEC is committed to the principles of the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers of the European Commission and the Open, Transparent and Merit based Recruitment principles (OTM-R) https://ibecbarcelona.eu/careers-at-ibec/jobs/
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Who we are?
The Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia, IBEC is an interdisciplinary research center focused on Bioengineering and Nanomedicine based in Barcelona. IBEC is one of the top research institutions named as a Severo Ochoa Research Centre by the Ministry of Science, Universities and Innovation, which recognizes excellence at the highest international level in terms of research, training, human resources, outreach and technology transfer.
IBEC’s mission is to develop international high-quality interdisciplinary research that, while creating knowledge, contributes to making a better quality of life, improving health and creating wealth. A close link with key universities, reference hospitals and corporations, are assets that facilitate achieving the mission.
IBEC was established in 2005 by the Generalitat de Catalunya (Autonomous Government of Catalonia), the University of Barcelona (UB) and the Technical University of Catalonia (UPC).
IBEC is located within the Barcelona Science Park and is managing 3.800 square meters facilities, with an annual budget of 22 Mio€; 4.150 square meters of facilities; 21 research groups and a team of researchers and support services of 400 people from 35 different countries. www.ibecbarcelona.eu
Grant PID2024-161645OB-I00 funded by MICIU/AEI/10.13039/501100011033 and FEDER, EU.
