Overview
The Smart Nano-Bio-Devices Group is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to lead a project on the design and application of enzyme-powered nanomotors for the treatment of osteoarthritis and joint-related diseases.
Responsibilities
- Project Leadership & Design: Drive the experimental design, optimization, and advanced surface functionalization of organic-based nanoparticles to serve as active, targeted therapeutic carriers.
- Advanced Biophysical Characterization: Lead the investigation into the enzyme-powered motion dynamics of the nanobots, developing methods to quantify their ability to penetrate and actively modify highly viscous biological environments like synovial fluid.
- Preclinical Evaluation: Design and oversee advanced in vitro and in vivo biological assays to evaluate nanobot internalization pathways, dynamic tissue distribution, and therapeutic efficacy in joint disease models.
- Technology Translation: Drive the translation of the nanomotor platform from preclinical research toward clinical application.
- Data Analysis & Scientific Output:



Independently analyze complex datasets, prepare high-impact scientific publications, and present research findings at international conferences.
- Mentorship & Project Management: Supervise and mentor PhD and Master’s students within the research group, while overseeing project milestones and preparing technical reports.

Qualifications
- Essential:
- Degree (Master and PhD) in chemistry, materials science, biology, nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, or related fields.
- Proven postdoctoral or doctoral experience in the design, synthesis, and characterization of nanoparticles and drug delivery systems; specific expertise in enzyme catalysis and nanomotors is highly desired.
- Proven experience in in vitro models for drug delivery.
- Strong record of first-author publications in peer-reviewed, high-impact journals.
- Ability to work independently and manage complex projects; experience mentoring junior res

📌 Postdoctoral researcher at the Smart NanoBioDevices Research Group (España)
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