13 Mar 2025
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
Fundación IMDEA Materiales- Research Field
Engineering- Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)- Country
Spain- Application Deadline
31 Jul 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 project deals with the synthesis of networks of nanowires using a new process developed by the group, whereby nanowires are grown at ultra-fast rates floating in the gas phase from an aerosol of catalyst nanoparticles. This CVD mode enables rapid synthesis of macroscopic nanowire networks at a significant large scale, unlocking multiple applications in energy storage and other fields. The overall aim of the PhD is to understand the process of nanowire growth by studying its sequential reactions (alloy formation, crystal nucleation, layer growth, etc) for different nanowire chemistries such as Si, SiC and metal oxides. With these insights the student will apply methods to control nanowire structure in terms of size distribution, crystal polytype and produce hetero-structured nanowires and new unexplored nanowire chemistries.
The student will continuously help in the design and construction of state-of the art chemical vapour deposition synthesis and monitoring instrumentation. He/she will perform extensive synthesis experiments and regularly conduct multi-scale characterisation measurements on gases, aerosols and solids, for example through particle differential mobility analysis, electron microscopy, spectroscopic techniques and advanced X-ray diffraction. The PhD student will work in a very collaborative team, funded by an ERC Consolidator Grant. A short secondment in an external laboratory of collaborators is likely.
Where to apply
- Website
- https://jobs.materials.imdea.org/apply/form?id=60548
Requirements
Specific Requirements
- Master’s and undergraduate degree in a discipline related to inorganic chemistry, nanofabrication, materials science, chemical engineering or applied physis.
- Previous experience on thermocatalytic synthesis of nanomaterials, thin-film deposition methods, familiarity with aerosol science and/or construction of instrumentation will be positively evaluated.
- Strong interest in experimental work is essential.
- English (written and oral) proficiency required.
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Excellent
- Research Field
- Engineering
- Years of Research Experience
- None
Additional Information
Benefits
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 .
Meet some of our alumni to see what it is like to work with us.
Additional comments
- Full time employment and enrolment in a relevant doctoral programme.
- The doctoral contract is for a duration of 36 months.
- Position available immediately and open until filled.
- Website for additional job details
https://jobs.materials.imdea.org/offer/view?id=60548
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Fundación IMDEA Materiales
- Country
- Spain
- State/Province
- Madrid
- City
- Getafe
- Postal Code
- 28906
- Geofield
Contact
- State/Province
Madrid- Website
https://materials.imdea.org- Street
Calle Eric Kandel, 2, Tecnogetafe, Getafe- Postal Code
28906- Phone
+34 915 49 34 22
STATUS: EXPIRED
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