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Postdoctoral Researcher in Chiral Nanoparticle Characterization via AFM – Materials Science & Engineering Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya in Spain
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Available
Deadline
Expired
Country
Spain
University
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya
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About this position
The Materials Interfaces & Colloid Engineering Laboratory at the Department of Materials Science & Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join their dynamic and diverse team in Terrassa (Barcelona), Spain. The position focuses on the characterization of chiral (plasmonic) nanoparticles using advanced Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) techniques, including Magnetic Force Microscopy (MFM), Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy (KPFM), and force spectroscopy, with applications in materials science and colloid engineering.
The successful candidate will contribute to microscopic characterization of nanoparticle morphology, assist in the supervision of PhD students, and participate in manuscript and proposal preparation. The research group values technical competencies in colloidal self-assembly, nanomaterials, polymer science, and surface chemical characterization, as well as organizational skills in research and laboratory data management, project management, and proficiency with MS Office, Origin, and reference management software.
Applicants should hold a PhD in Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Physics, Chemistry, or a related field. Experience in competitive research projects, manuscript/proposal preparation, and research activities in both academic and industrial settings is highly valued. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively are essential. Proficiency in English is required, while knowledge of Catalan and/or Spanish is advantageous.
Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to [email protected] by December 19th, 2025. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a newly established laboratory at a leading Spanish institution, focusing on cutting-edge research in chiral nanoparticle characterization and materials interfaces.
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Available
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD in Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Physics, Chemistry, or a similar field. Experience in research project participation or management, manuscript and proposal preparation, and functions similar to those described is required. Skills in colloidal self-assembly, nanomaterials, polymer science, surface chemical characterization, and laboratory data management are expected. Proficiency in English is required; Catalan and/or Spanish are advantageous. Experience in both university and industrial research environments is valued.
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Professors
Serra Húnter Associate Professor (Agregat)
Spain
Research Interests
Polymer Physics
Polymer Chemistry
Nanostructured Materials
Cellulose Chemistry
Materials Science
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