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First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions

Postdoc Positions Application Deadline

15 Oct 2026 - 14:00 (Europe/Madrid) Country

Spain Type of Contract

Other Type of Contract Extra Information

Ramón y Cajal 2026 Job Status

Full-time Hours Per Week

35 Offer Starting Date

1 Feb 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Other EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Ramón y Cajal 2026 at CDEI-UPC!
Are you an ambitious researcher in Robotics, AI, Mechanical Engineering, or Industry 4.0? The Centre for Industrial Equipment Design (CDEI-UPC) is looking for outstanding candidates to apply for a 5-year Ramón y Cajal position with:

? €40k+/year salary
? €200k+ research funding
?️ Direct access to industrial projects, prototype development & top-tier lab facilitiesAgriculture

Where to apply E-mail

[email protected]

Requirements

Research Field Engineering Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

We welcome expressions of interest from researchers with an outstanding postdoctoral research trajectory and a strong interest in developing an independent research programme at CDEI-UPC.

Areas of Interest Include:

- Mechanical Engineering;
- Robotics and Autonomous Systems;
- Mechatronics;
- Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision;
- Industrial Engineering;
- Advanced Manufacturing;
- Computational Mechanics and Simulation;
- Control Engineering;
- Smart Agriculture;
- Industrial Digitalisation and Industry 4.0;

as well as interdisciplinary profiles combining several of these areas.

Candidates should demonstrate the potential to develop an ambitious, innovative and feasible research programme with scientific and technological impact.

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Research Field Engineering

Additional Information

Benefits

40,000€/yr

Minimum Gross Salary

- ERC salary top-ups (10%-30%).

Eligibility criteria

Are you eligible?

Before applying, make sure you meet all of the following eligibility requirements:

- PhD Degree: Awarded between January 1, 2016, and December 31, 2024 (January 1, 2013, to December 31, 2024, for applicants with a disability). Extensions apply for maternity/paternity, temporary incapacity, or care for dependents.
- Incompatibilities: Applicants must not have previously benefited from a Ramón y Cajal grant, nor hold a Juan de la Cierva grant (unless held for at least one year before June 1, 2027).
- Single Application: Candidates may submit only one application per call.

Selection process

Application Procedure for this Expression of Interest

Researchers interested in joining CDEI-UPC through the Ramón y Cajal 2026 programme are invited to submit: * CV, preferably in the format required by the Ramón y Cajal call;

- A short description of their research trajectory and main scientific contributions;




- A description of their research interests and proposed research line;
- A brief explanation of how their research could connect with CDEI-UPC's research activities and technological capabilities;
- Documentation or information confirming that they meet the eligibility requirements of the Ramón y Cajal 2026 call.

Applications will be reviewed by CDEI-UPC. Candidates whose profiles show strong scientific potential and a good fit with the Centre's research strategy may subsequently be invited for an interview.

The selected candidates will receive guidance on the preparation of their Ramón y Cajal proposal and on the internal UPC evaluation and support process.

Additional comments

Research Environment

CDEI-UPC is looking for postdoctoral researchers interested in developing an ambitious and independent research programme within one or more of its areas of expertise.

Potential Research Areas Include:

- Mobile and autonomous robotics, including agricultural robotics and robotics for construction;
- Robot navigation, control, perception and autonomous systems;
- Artificial intelligence, computer vision and sensor-based systems;
- Mechanical design and development of industrial equipment;
- Mechanical modelling, simulation and optimisation;
- Machine dynamics and complex mechanical systems;
- Advanced manufacturing and industrial processes;
- Digitalisation and Industry 4.0;
- Sustainable engineering and technological solutions for industry;
- Smart agriculture and precision agriculture;
- Development and validation of prototypes and technological demonstrators;
- Technology transfer and industrial application of research results.

CDEI is particularly interested in candidates whose research can establish synergies with its existing projects, technological capabilities and industrial collaborations, while also allowing the researcher to develop an independent research line and a strong scientific profile.

Research Projects and Technological Applications

CDEI-UPC participates in research and technology-transfer projects addressing real challenges in areas such as mobile robotics, agricultural robotics, autonomous systems, logistics, industrial digitalisation, advanced manufacturing, water management and sustainable technologies.

The Centre offers researchers the possibility of developing research in close connection with ongoing projects and industrial partners, while maintaining the scientific independence required to develop their own research programme.

Candidates may propose a research project aligned with their scientific trajectory and expertise and connected to the capabilities and strategic research areas of CDEI-UPC.

Who We Are Looking For





We welcome expressions of interest from researchers with an outstanding postdoctoral research trajectory and a strong interest in developing an independent research programme at CDEI-UPC.

Areas of Interest Include:

- Mechanical Engineering;
- Robotics and Autonomous Systems;
- Mechatronics;
- Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision;
- Industrial Engineering;
- Advanced Manufacturing;
- Computational Mechanics and Simulation;
- Control Engineering;
- Smart Agriculture;
- Industrial Digitalisation and Industry 4.0;

as well as interdisciplinary profiles combining several of these areas.

Candidates should demonstrate the potential to develop an ambitious, innovative and feasible research programme with scientific and technological impact.

Ramón y Cajal 2026 Eligibility

Candidates interested in this Expression of Interest should first verify that they meet the official eligibility requirements of the Ramón y Cajal 2026 call.

According to the UPC Talent Hub information, candidates must, among other requirements:

- hold a PhD awarded between 1 January 2016 and 31 December 2024; the eligibility period may be extended in the cases specified in the official call, including certain circumstances related to disability, maternity/paternity, temporary incapacity or care responsibilities;
- not have previously benefited from a Ramón y Cajal grant;
- comply with the incompatibility requirements concerning previous Juan de la Cierva grants;
- submit only one application in the call.

The official call should always be consulted for the complete and legally binding eligibility conditions.

What CDEI-UPC Offers

Selected candidates will receive institutional support to develop their research proposal and explore its alignment with CDEI-UPC's research environment and strategic areas.

The Centre offers:

- An interdisciplinary research environment within UPC;
- Access to CDEI-UPC's expertise in industrial equipment design, robotics, mechanical engineering and technology development;
- Opportunities to collaborate with industrial partners and ongoing research projects;
- Support in developing and positioning a research proposal for the Ramón y Cajal programme;
- Opportunities for technology transfer and the development of prototypes and demonstrators;
- Collaboration with researchers and research groups within UPC and its wider research ecosystem;
- An environment combining scientific research with real industrial applications.

The 2026 Ramón y Cajal programme offers a five-year employment contract, research project funding and a pathway towards longer-term research career development. The UPC Talent Hub indicates a minimum gross salary of €40,000/year and research project funding of at least €200,000, subject to the conditions of the official programme. Website for additional job details

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya Country European Union State/Province Barcelona City Barcelona Postal Code 08028 Street Llorens Artigas, 4 08028 Barcelona

Contact State/Province

Barcelona City

Barcelona Website

Street

Calle Llorens i Artigas 4-6 Postal Code

08028 E-Mail

[email protected] Phone

003493 401 08 31

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