JOB DESCRIPTION:
Main job functions:
- Conduct high-quality, original research on nanoconfined fluids and their role in emerging technologies.
- Design and perform advanced experiments on fluids confined in nanoporous materials.
- Analyze experimental data and contribute to theoretical interpretation of results.
- Publish research findings in top high-impact, peer-reviewed journals.
- Present results at international conferences and workshops.
- Actively contribute to collaborative research activities within the group and with external partners.

Area: Thermal Enery Storage and Conversion (TESC)

Group:Interfacial phenomena, colloids and porous media

WHAT WE OFFER:
- We are offering a 3-year predoctoral contract and advantageous professional development opportunities with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.
- Full access to cutting-edge laboratory facilities and characterization platforms.




- The incorporation to a top research center in Europe that makes high quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.
- Professional and personal development: opportunity to attend seminars, international conferences, trainings, etc.
- Integrated, enthusiastic, international and multidisciplinary environment.

LIFE-BALANCE BENEFITS:
- Versátil working hours promoting work-life balance and self-organization.
- On-site work model with the option to telework.
- A welcome program that offers help with finding accommodation and addresses other aspects to help you integrate into the local environment (such as free language courses, assistance with the administrative procedures, help with schools for children ).

TO APPLY:
DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTITUTION:
CANDIDATE PROFILE:
- MSc degree in one of the following fields (finished by September 2026 at the latest):
- Chemistry / Materials Science / Physical Chemistry, or
- Physics / Nanoscience / Chemical Phy

📌 Phd: Nanoconfined Fluids for Next-generation Energy and Functional Technologies (Vitoria-Gasteiz)
🏢 Cic Energigune
📍 Vitoria-Gasteiz