Postdoctoral Researcher (Ref: Postdoc 2025-06 KV)
Postdoctoral Researcher (Ref: Postdoc 2025-06 KV)
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Postdoctoral Researcher (Ref: Postdoc 202510 KV)
The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Villa research group. This position will be funded by Consolidacin Investigadora (CNS) financiada por MICIU/AEI/10.13039/y por la Unin Europea NextGenerationEU/PRTR.
ICIQ is one of the worlds internationally recognized leading institutions in the field of chemistry committed to solving major social and economic challenges by conducting top quality research in three main areas: Sustainable Catalysis Renewable Energy and Health. The institute also aims at training the future generation of scientists by offering highquality educational programs to master PhD students and postdoctoral researchers (full details on of the project: The project focuses on the design fabrication and control of lightdriven micromotors under structured light. By precisely modulating light intensity phase and polarization the goal is to steer micromotor trajectories induce dynamic selfassembly and manipulate collective behaviors. The work combines experimental development of advanced optical systems with numerical simulations of electromagnetic fields active matter dynamics and chemicalelectrical interactions at the microscale. Applications include environmental sensing targeted delivery and adaptive materials.
Responsibilities
- Perform experimental studies on micromotor propulsion trajectory control and collective selfassembly.
- Conduct numerical simulations of particlelight interactions electromagnetic fields and micromotor dynamics (FDTD FEM or similar).
- Investigate the role of chemical and photochemical reactions in micromotor propulsion and selforganization.
- Analyze micromotor motion dynamics using particle tracking image processing statistical methods and flow visualization techniques.
- Develop and optimize optical setups using spatial light modulators for dynamic light shaping.
- Write reports and scientific articles.
- Present research findings at internal meetings and international conferences.
- Provide guidance and support to students and team members.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols.
Requirements:
- PhD in Physics Applied Physics Optics Photonics Engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience with numerical simulations (FDTD FEM MCRT BEM) applied to electromagnetic or particlefield interactions.
- Knowledge of active matter micromotors or colloidal systems is highly valued.
- Proficiency in MATLAB Python COMSOL or similar for simulation and data analysis.
- Handson experience with particle tracking image processing and flow analysis.
- Background in lightmatter interaction selfelectrophoresis diffusiophoresis or related phenomena is a plus.
- Familiarity with spatial light modulators digital micromirror devices and microfluidics.
- Experience in microparticle/nanoparticle manipulation using optical and/or optofluidic techniques.
- High motivation independence problemsolving skills and the ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment.
- Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written).
We offer:
- A 3year fulltime contract.
- Remuneration according to individuals qualification/experience.
- Annual salary split in twelve monthly payments
- Incorporation: 02/06/2025.
OTMR principles in the selection processes
ICIQ follows the principles of Open Transparent and Meritbased Recruitment (OTMR) and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers as established by the European Commission.
ICIQ follows in its selection process a gender equality opportunity policy and a nondiscrimination policy on the basis of age ethnic or social origin religion or belief sexual orientation language and disability.
ICIQ is committed to promoting a worklife balance for its employees and as such offers flexible working hours.
Selection Process
ICIQs selection process usually entails the following phases:
- Preselection: The preselection process will be based on qualifications and expertise as reflected on the candidates CVs. This phase is meritbased.
- Interview: Preselected candidates will be interviewed by the Hiring Manager of the position and the appointed Selection Committee.
- Offer Letter:Once the successful candidate is selected the People Unit will extend a Job Offer specifying the start day salary and overall job conditions.
For further information you can visit our HR Excellence in Research page at: HR Excellence in Research ()
Employment Type
Full Time
