Expression of interest to apply jointly for a Marie Sklodowska Curie postdoctoral fellowship in Spain
Published: 30/04/2026
Deadline: 15/06/2026
Envisaged Job Starting Date:

Aitziber L Cortajarena, Group Leader of Biomolecular Nanotechnology Lab at CIC biomaGUNE, San Sebastian (Spain), welcomes expressions of interest from Postdoctoral researchers with an excellent track record of research and publication to jointly apply to the European Commission Marie Sklodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme in 2026 (MSCA-PF-2026, with deadline on Sep. 9th 2026). More details at call website in the Funding & Tenders’ portal.

The Biomolecular Nanotechnology Lab at CIC biomaGUNE develops cutting-edge research in the field of protein-based functional nanostructures and  biomaterials, with a focus on:

  • Protein engineering and design of modular protein building blocks
  • Self-assembly of proteins into well-defined and functional architectures
  • Development of protein–nanomaterial hybrids for biomedical and biotechnological applications
  • Engineering of functional protein-based biomaterials with programmable properties
  • Design of protein-based nanotools for applications in bioelectronics, biosensing, catalysis, and modulation of cellular responses

The candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to one or more of these research lines, depending on their background, expertise, and research interests, within a highly interdisciplinary and collaborative environment.

Required Education Level:

Applicants should hold a PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Biotechnology, Biology/Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related disciplines.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable: Protein engineering and protein chemistry; Supramolecular assembly and self-assembly systems; Bioactive or functional biomaterials;  Bioelectronics; Nanobiotechnology.

 Strong motivation, ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment, and interest in developing innovative protein-based technologies are essential.

Applicants should check eligibility and mobility conditions of MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships, such as:

a) To be eligible should have a PhD at the time of the deadline for applications and must have a maximum of eight years’ experience in research.

b) Comply with mobility rules: Not have resided or carried out your main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of the Host for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before the call deadline.

Duration:

The successful candidate will be hired by CIC biomaGUNE with a full-time temporary contract in line with the grant conditions (length and endowment)

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.

Open Transparent and Merit Based Recruitment Policy:

You can check here CIC biomaGUNE OTM-R Policy.

Job Offer is closed, Deadline was 15/06/2026