POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER POSITION TO WORK ON PHOTO(THERMO)CATALYTIC PRODUCTION OF SOLAR FUELS
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About the role
Postdoctoral Researcher Position to work on photo(thermo)catalytic production of solar fuels
Offer list
26.50 FA2 POD
Application Form Deadline: Aug 10th, 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 Postdoctoral Researcher Position for the Photoactivated Processes Unit, looking for talented and motivated candidates to work on the productions of Solar Fuels by Photo(electro)catalytic processes, within the framework of the 2025 Call for Grants for «Proyectos de Generación de Conocimiento» and actions for the training of predoctoral research personnel associated with these projects, funded by MICIU/AEI/10.13039/501100011033.
Tasks Description
The requirements are as follows
Design and synthesis of photo(electro)catalysts. Advanced characterization of catalysts using different physicochemical and optoelectronic techniques, including in situ and operando spectroscopies. Photo(electro)catalytic testing (at lab scale and semi-pilot plant scale). Catalytic tests may include: alcohols reforming, OER, CO2 reduction or H2 production. Design of photo(electro)catalytic reactors. Generation of research outputs and contribution to research with independent and original ideas. Communication and dissemination of research results through high-quality scientific channels, which include high-impact scientific publications, conferences, workshops, etc. Writing project proposals for national and international calls related to the research topic. Supervision of doctoral, master's or bachelor degree students.
Requirements
Compulsory Requirements
PhD. degree in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical engineering or equivalent.
Experience material synthesis
Experience on photo(electro)catalytic processes.
Other Merits To Value
Accredited experience on photo(electro)chemical catalysis
Experience on materials synthesis of inorganic and organic semiconductors, mainly in conjugated porous polymers, and hybrid heterojuntions Experience on general and advanced characterization of active materials for photo(electro)catalytic processes. Knowledge on reactor engineering. Good track record of indexed scientific publications. Experience in national and international research projects. Proven 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 40.000€ – 44.000€ per year, depending upon qualification and expertise. The contract includes all the benefits of the Spanish Public Health and Social Security System.
Duration of the contract: 1 year
Workplace
IMDEA Energía, Móstoles, Madrid
Documents
PhD Certificate
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.
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About Biotechnological Processes Unit from IMDEA Energy
In the 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁, we work essentially on the production of biofuels and bioproducts through the development of biological processes using different residual substrates and different microorganisms depending on the product we want to obtain. 🧫🔬
Our 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 are:
- Anaerobic fermentation of waste streams for SCFAs and biogas production. 🧪
- Microbial oils production from the carboxylic platform (SCFAs). 💧
- Lignocellulose-based biofuels and bioproducts. ⛽️
- Organic wastes valorization towards alternative food-protein sources. 🥒
The infrastructures of the Biotechnological Processes Unit include several laboratories and a modern pilot plant for the cultivation of photosynthetic microorganisms in photobioreactors, which allows us to optimize and scale up the cultivation of microalgae. We also have an anaerobic reactor with a volume of 50 liters, which also allows us to scale up fermentation processes.
The 𝐑&𝐃 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 with which we are associated are:
- 𝐌𝐀𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐃 𝐕𝐔𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝐒𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐁𝐋𝐄: to create and develop an innovation HUB for the production of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
- 𝐘𝐀𝐅: Yeast-based solutions for sustainable Aviation Fuels.
- 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐀: Municipal green residues as novel substrates for sustainable bioplastic production via anaerobic fermentation.
- 𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐈𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐂: Agroindustry waste valorization into bioethanol by an innovative anaerobic mixed-culture.
- 𝐁𝐈𝐎𝐌𝐈𝐎: Biowaste conversion to H2 and microbial oils for fuel production.
- 𝐔𝐏𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐒: Production of sustainable fuels by upgrading of both digestate and stillage residues through the integration of thermochemical, catalytic and biotechnological processes.
𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭, 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰: https://jobs.energy.imdea.org/
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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER POSITION TO WORK ON PHOTO(THERMO)CATALYTIC PRODUCTION OF SOLAR FUELS
Top Benefits
About the role
Postdoctoral Researcher Position to work on photo(thermo)catalytic production of solar fuels
Offer list
26.50 FA2 POD
Application Form Deadline: Aug 10th, 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 Postdoctoral Researcher Position for the Photoactivated Processes Unit, looking for talented and motivated candidates to work on the productions of Solar Fuels by Photo(electro)catalytic processes, within the framework of the 2025 Call for Grants for «Proyectos de Generación de Conocimiento» and actions for the training of predoctoral research personnel associated with these projects, funded by MICIU/AEI/10.13039/501100011033.
Tasks Description
The requirements are as follows
Design and synthesis of photo(electro)catalysts. Advanced characterization of catalysts using different physicochemical and optoelectronic techniques, including in situ and operando spectroscopies. Photo(electro)catalytic testing (at lab scale and semi-pilot plant scale). Catalytic tests may include: alcohols reforming, OER, CO2 reduction or H2 production. Design of photo(electro)catalytic reactors. Generation of research outputs and contribution to research with independent and original ideas. Communication and dissemination of research results through high-quality scientific channels, which include high-impact scientific publications, conferences, workshops, etc. Writing project proposals for national and international calls related to the research topic. Supervision of doctoral, master's or bachelor degree students.
Requirements
Compulsory Requirements
PhD. degree in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical engineering or equivalent.
Experience material synthesis
Experience on photo(electro)catalytic processes.
Other Merits To Value
Accredited experience on photo(electro)chemical catalysis
Experience on materials synthesis of inorganic and organic semiconductors, mainly in conjugated porous polymers, and hybrid heterojuntions Experience on general and advanced characterization of active materials for photo(electro)catalytic processes. Knowledge on reactor engineering. Good track record of indexed scientific publications. Experience in national and international research projects. Proven 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 40.000€ – 44.000€ per year, depending upon qualification and expertise. The contract includes all the benefits of the Spanish Public Health and Social Security System.
Duration of the contract: 1 year
Workplace
IMDEA Energía, Móstoles, Madrid
Documents
PhD Certificate
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.
Not the right fit? Search for POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER POSITION TO WORK ON PHOTO CATALYTIC PRODUCTION OF SOLAR FUELS jobs in Ontario, Canada
About Biotechnological Processes Unit from IMDEA Energy
In the 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁, we work essentially on the production of biofuels and bioproducts through the development of biological processes using different residual substrates and different microorganisms depending on the product we want to obtain. 🧫🔬
Our 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 are:
- Anaerobic fermentation of waste streams for SCFAs and biogas production. 🧪
- Microbial oils production from the carboxylic platform (SCFAs). 💧
- Lignocellulose-based biofuels and bioproducts. ⛽️
- Organic wastes valorization towards alternative food-protein sources. 🥒
The infrastructures of the Biotechnological Processes Unit include several laboratories and a modern pilot plant for the cultivation of photosynthetic microorganisms in photobioreactors, which allows us to optimize and scale up the cultivation of microalgae. We also have an anaerobic reactor with a volume of 50 liters, which also allows us to scale up fermentation processes.
The 𝐑&𝐃 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 with which we are associated are:
- 𝐌𝐀𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐃 𝐕𝐔𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝐒𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐁𝐋𝐄: to create and develop an innovation HUB for the production of sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
- 𝐘𝐀𝐅: Yeast-based solutions for sustainable Aviation Fuels.
- 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐀: Municipal green residues as novel substrates for sustainable bioplastic production via anaerobic fermentation.
- 𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐈𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐂: Agroindustry waste valorization into bioethanol by an innovative anaerobic mixed-culture.
- 𝐁𝐈𝐎𝐌𝐈𝐎: Biowaste conversion to H2 and microbial oils for fuel production.
- 𝐔𝐏𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐒: Production of sustainable fuels by upgrading of both digestate and stillage residues through the integration of thermochemical, catalytic and biotechnological processes.
𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭, 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰: https://jobs.energy.imdea.org/