Predoctoral Researcher

🚀 We are hiring a Predoctoral Researcher! ✨ Our group at the Institute for Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia (IQAC-CSIC) (Barcelona) is looking for a highly motivated PhD student to join the project: BubblyBots4BC: Laser-induced nanobubbles from enzyme-powered nanobots for bladder cancer immunotherapy — funded by AGENCIA ESTATAL DE INVESTIGACIÓN, Generación de Conocimiento PID2024. 🔬 The project combines nanotechnology, photonics, and immunology to develop new strategies for cancer vaccines💡 📍 Based at IQAC-CSIC, Barcelona 📆 Start date: May–June 2026 📝 Deadline to apply: March 15, 2026 👉 Interested candidates can apply by sending their CV, motivation letter and transcripts to: juan.fraire@iqac.csic.es (subject: PhD_GLNT). 🔗 Learn more about our lab: frairelab.com We look forward to welcoming a passionate researcher to our team! 🌐 What do we look for? ● Qualifications MSc in immunology, pharmacy, biotechnology, biomedical engineering, biomedicine, or nanotechnology. ● Professional experience - Experience with nanoparticle synthesis, functionalization, and characterization (dynamic light scattering and zeta potential). - Previous experience with cell cultures (cell lines and primary cells). - Basic knowledge of fluorescence microscopy and flow cytometry. - Previous experience working with qPCR. - To be accredited with A (Animal care), B (Euthanasia), C (Experimental procedure) Functions according to RD 53/2013 within the first year. ADVANTAGEOUS: Accredited with A (Animal care), B (Euthanasia), C (Experimental procedure) Functions according to RD 53/2013. ● Competences - Communication, Teamwork, Proactivity, Commitment, Collegiality, Integrity, Critical and Analytical thinking. - High motivation for translational and multidisciplinary research. - High level of English Working conditions • Contract duration: four-year full-time contract • Estimated annual gross salary: Competitive salary according to national PhD fellowship schemes (FPI/AEI). • Target start date: May – June 2026