PhD position on the project "CIBERbioMATeriales" Inteligentes, con Interacción y Repuesta al entorno biológico, para regeneración tisular (CIBERbioMAT)
Published: 29/07/2025
Deadline: 15/09/2025
Envisaged Job Starting Date:

October 2025

A PhD position to work on the project "CIBERbioMATeriales Inteligentes, con Interacción y Repuesta al entorno biológico, para regeneración tisular".

The research, which will be carried out between the Hybrid Biofunctional Laboratory (CIC biomaGUNE) under the supervision of Dr. Dorleta Jimenez de Aberasturi, and the Biomolecular Nanotechnology Laboratory under the supervision of Dr. Aitziber López Cortajarena. The PhD revolves around the design of cyberbiophysical materials, i.e., smart biomaterials that interact with and respond to the biological environment, based on the design of proteins and magnetic and plasmonic nanoparticles. Specifically, the aim is to develop biocompatible materials that promote the maturation and differentiation of cardiac tissue, providing controlled responses to the specific needs of the tissue.

Required Education Level:

A Master degree in a relevant area of Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science,  Biotechnology, Biology/Biochemistry, Chemistry, or related areas is required.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

Experience in the fields of nanoparticle synthesis, materials synthesis, protein chemistry and design, in vitro models and/or cell culture is highly desirable. 

We are looking for candidates with interest in multidisciplinary work, motivation to learn from a diversity of scientific areas and the capacity to work in an international environment.

Good interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication skills in English are required.

Duration:

Candidates should submit a cover letter stating why they are interested in this position.

The successful candidate will be hired by CIC biomaGUNE with a predoctoral full-time contract of 12 months renewable annually up to 48 months

Equal opportunities Policy:

CIC biomaGUNE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by European, national, or local law.

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Job Offer is closed, Deadline was 15/09/2025