The Smart Nano-Bio-Devices Group is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to lead a project on the development and scale-up of enzyme-powered nanomotors, with a focus on translational development toward clinical and industrial application
Main tasks and responsibilities:

Nanoparticle Synthesis & Formulation: Drive the design, synthesis, and optimization of organic-based nanoparticles for drug delivery applications, including drug loading, encapsulation strategies, and formulation stability
Advanced Characterization: Lead the physicochemical characterization of nanoparticle formulations using techniques such as DLS, SEM, TEM, HPLC, and Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF), ensuring robust quality control and reproducibility.
Surface functionalization: Drive the experimental design, optimization, and advanced surface functionalization of organic-based nanoparticles to serve as active, targeted therapeutic carriers.
Microfluidic Fabrication & Scale-Up: Design and implement microfluidic-based fabrication processes for nanoparticle production,



supporting the transition from lab-scale synthesis to scalable manufacturing
Technology Translation: Contribute to the translation of nanoparticle platforms from preclinical research toward industrial and clinical application, working in close collaboration with spin-off, CDMOs, and other external partners.
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.

Requirements for candidates:

PhD degree and Master’s in any field related to chemistry, materials science, nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, or similar.
Proven research experience in the design, synthesis, and characterization of nanoparticles and drug delivery systems. Spec

📌 Postdoctoral researcher (Barcelona)
🏢 Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC)
📍 Barcelona