I nterested in nanocatalysis, CO₂ conversion and solar fuels? We are recruiting a PhD researcher through @TERRA-MED, an MSCA COFUND programme offering 33 funded international PhD positions addressing environmental and climate challenges in Mediterranean territories.

Our project: “Surface-Engineered Nanocatalysts for Solar-Driven CO₂ Conversion into Sustainable Fuels and Chemicals” (reference UAB1).

Jointly supervised by Xavier Sala at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (SelOxCat) and Karine Philippot at LCC-CNRS in Toulouse, this project will explore how nanoparticle architecture and surface chemistry control catalyst evolution and the conversion of CO₂ into multicarbon products.

The doctoral researcher will develop skills in nanoparticle synthesis, molecular interface engineering, electrochemistry and operando characterisation, working across the Barcelona and Toulouse teams and undertaking a non-academic secondment.

We are looking for a curious, rigorous and motivated candidate with a strong experimental background and a relevant Master’s degree. MSCA mobility and eligibility rules apply.

Applications: 15 October–31 December 2026

📌 PhD fellowship (Sardañola del Vallés)
🏢 Universitat Autònoma De Barcelona
📍 Sardañola del Vallés