? PhD Position - Magneto-Opto-Mechanical Nanodevices for Immunomodulation

? IMB-CNM (CSIC), UAB Campus, Barcelona, Spain

? Expected start date: 15 December 2026

Are you passionate about nanotechnology, biomedicine, and advanced therapies? We are looking for a highly motivated PhD Student to join an ambitious research project focused on developing next-generation magneto-opto-mechanical (MOM) nanodevices for immunomodulation.

? Research Project

This PhD project aims to create innovative, wirelessly controlled nanodevices capable of remotely regulating macrophage behaviour for targeted treatment of:

- Colorectal cancer
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Other inflammatory diseases The research will combine nanotechnology, materials science, photonics, magnetics and bioengineering to develop multifunctional nanodevices capable of mechanical and biochemical stimulation, with validation carried out in advanced 3D bioprinted disease models.

What You Will Do

- Fabricate MOM nanodevices using advanced nanofabrication techniques (photolithography, colloidal lithography, etc.)
- Develop optical and magnetic actuation systems for remote biomedical stimulation
- Investigate macrophage polarization mechanisms through combined mechanical and biochemical cues
- Evaluate therapeutic performance in state-of-the-art 3D bioprinted models

Who We Are Looking For

- MSc in Nanoscience, Physics, Chemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or related fields
- Experience in nanofabrication and/or characterization techniques,



or in vitro biological assays
- Strong English communication and scientific writing skills
- Team-oriented, proactive and motivated researchers with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

What We Offer

- A fully funded PhD opportunity at IMB-CNM (CSIC), Spain's leading institute in Micro and Nano Technologies
- Access to Spain's largest clean-room facilities and cutting-edge research infrastructures
- Collaboration with leading experts from IBEC and IIB Sant Pau
- Multidisciplinary training through the UAB PhD Programme
- Opportunities to publish in high-impact journals and present at international conferences
- An international, collaborative and highly innovative research environment
- Research contract
- Salary in accordance with qualifications and applicable CSIC employment conditions
- Expected start date: December 15th, 2026

Interested?

We would love to hear from you. Apply now and contribute to the development of breakthrough nanomedical technologies with real impact on human health.

? Application deadline: September 22nd, 2026

? Apply through LinkedIn and access our website for more details about the application process: ? https://www.imb-cnm.csic.es/en/research/research-career/open-positions

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📌 PhD Student - Magneto-opto-mechanical nanodevices for immunomodulation (España)
🏢 Instituto de Microelectrónica de Barcelona (IMB-CNM, CSIC)
📍 España