Organisation/Company IDIVAL Research Field Medical sciences » Health sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 15 Dec 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Brussels) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 35 Offer Starting Date 21 Oct 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number DTS24/00023 – Desarrollo Tecnológico en Salud (ISCIII) Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Nanomedicine Group at IDIVAL – Instituto de Investigación Marqués de Valdecilla, Santander, Spain, is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher with expertise in microfluidics to join the research project DTS24/00023, funded through the ISCIII call Desarrollo Tecnológico en Salud (DTS).

The project focuses on the development of innovative microfluidic technologies for the encapsulation of nucleic acids, with particular emphasis on the design, optimization and characterization of microfluidic systems for the controlled production of nucleic-acid-containing nanostructures.

The successful candidate will join the Nanomedicine Group at IDIVAL, working in a multidisciplinary research environment at the interface of microfluidics, nanotechnology, biomaterials, molecular biology and biomedicine.

We are looking for a researcher with a strong background in microfluidics, preferably complemented by experience in one or more of the following areas:

- Microfluidic systems for nanoparticle synthesis




- Nanomaterials and nanomedicine
- Nanoparticle synthesis and characterization
- Biomedical applications of micro- and nanotechnologies

Experience in the development and optimization of microfluidic platforms for controlled nanoparticle production will be particularly valued.

Only applications meeting the mandatory eligibility requirements will be considered.

The following experience will be positively considered:

- Design, fabrication or use of microfluidic devices.
- Microfluidic production of nanoparticles or nanocarriers.
- Nuclei acid handling and characterization
- Scientific publications related to microfluidics.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary research team

Specific Requirements

Applicants must:

- Hold a PhD degree in a relevant scientific or technological discipline, such as Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, Medicine or a related field.
- Have their doctoral degree already officially recognised/equivalent in Spain, when required for the position. This requirement must be fulfilled at the time of application.
- Demonstrate previous research experience in microfluidics.




- Be available to work full-time for the duration of the contract.
- Have sufficient command of English or Spanish to work effectively in an international scientific environment.
- Submit a complete application within the established deadline.

Additional Information

According to the salary category and employment conditions established by IDIVAL for the corresponding postdoctoral researcher position.

Selection process

The selection process will be conducted officially by IDIVAL, and applications must be submitted electronically through the corresponding IDIVAL recruitment procedure.

Applicants should provide:

- Motivation letter (maximum 1 page), describing their research interests, relevant experience and suitability for the position.
- Education and academic qualifications
- Research experience
- Link to an updated professional profile (e.g., LinkedIn, institutional webpage or equivalent), if available.
- Technical expertise
- Publications
- Relevant projects and collaborations
- Contact information
- ORCID and/or Google Scholar profile, when available
- Copy of the PhD diploma.
- Documentation demonstrating the recognition/equivalence of the doctoral degree in Spain, when applicable.
- Reference letters or contact details of professional/scientific referees (optional).

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute IDIVAL Country Spain City Santander Postal Code 39007 Street Avda. Cardenal Herrera Oria S/n, Santander (Cantabria) Geofield

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