CINTECX - Research Center for Technologies, Energy and Industrial Processes

Organisation / Company Universidade de Vigo Department CINTECX - Research Center for Technologies, Energy and Industrial Processes Is the Hosting related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

This research line focuses on the design, synthesis and optimization of advanced functional materials—including biochar, hydrochar, MOFs, COFs and perovskites—for applications in electrochemical water splitting and Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs). It aims to overcome current limitations in catalytic systems (efficiency, cost and stability) through the integration of waste-derived precursors and innovative material engineering strategies, contributing to sustainable catalysis and circular economy approaches.

Research Area: ENV – Environmental Sciences

Prof. Mª Ángeles Sanromán Braga (Main Supervisor)
Head of the Bioengineering and Sustainable Processes Group (BIOSUV) and Director of CINTECX

The supervisory team provides complementary expertise in materials synthesis, electrochemistry, and environmental applications, ensuring high-quality guidance and interdisciplinary training.

Host Institution and Research Environment

The fellow will be hosted at CINTECX (Research Centre in Technologies, Energy and Industrial Processes) , a multidisciplinary centre at the Universidade de Vigo (UVigo) with more than 200 researchers and recognised as a CIGUS Collaborative Centre (2024–2027) .

CINTECX and UVigo holds the HR Excellence in Research Award and is internationally recognised for its research intensity and participation in European programmes, with extensive experience in Horizon Europe, ERC, and MSCA actions .

Key benefits for the fellow

- Extensive expertise in Advanced Oxidation Processes (AOPs) and catalyst development
- Principal Investigator in numerous national and European projects (H2020, Interreg, Spanish Ministry)




- Strong track record in PhD and postdoctoral supervision
- Former roles at Spanish National Evaluation bodies (ANEP, AEI)
- Experience in waste valorisation and catalytic materials for water splitting
- Participation in funded projects (Spanish Ministry, AXA Foundation)
- Supervision of MSc and BSc theses

The fellow will benefit from:

- Structured mentoring and supervision.
- Training in proposal writing, Open Science, IP, and technology transfer.
- Mobility grants and networking opportunities.
- Engagement in dissemination events such as European Researchers' Night, Science Week, and Pint of Science.

Research Facilities

- 2,000 m² dedicated research building.
- Advanced experimental and analytical infrastructure.
- EURAXESS Service Centre (support for relocation and integration).
- Gender Equality Plan and inclusive policies.
- Work-life balance facilities (sports, wellbeing programmes).
- Strong commitment to Open Science and sustainable research (MSCA Green Charter).

Support for Proposal Preparation

Selected candidates will receive full support for MSCA proposal preparation , including:

- Scientific guidance from supervisors.
- Dedicated assistance from the International Projects Office (IPO).
- Institutional support on proposal structure, impact, and administrative aspects.

Eligibility criteria

MSCA-PF are for postdoctoral researchers with up to 8 years of research experience from the date of PhD award. Applicants from any country are eligible but must meet mobility rules: they must not have resided or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Spain for more than 12 months in the 36 months prior to the call deadline (10/09/2026).

Specific eligibility conditions are detailed here.

Selection process

Applications will be evaluated by our expert panel based on:

- The scientific quality and feasibility of the proposal
- The applicant’s qualifications and research track record
- The potential impact of the project within CINTECX’s research areas

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📌 MSCA-PF 2026: Call for Applicants in Synthesis and optimization of novel electrochemical-based catalysts at CINTECX (España)
🏢 Universidade De Vigo
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