2025-2026_1_162 - A post-doctoral researcher contract

European Commission; España; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A prominent research institution in Spain is seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral researcher to develop new quantum devices. The role focuses on harnessing quantum advantages to design hybrid thermal machines and requires a strong background in quantum transport theory. The ideal candidate should possess a PhD in Physics or a related field and be proficient in English. This position offers a temporary full-time contract with a starting date of October 15, 2025.

Servicios

National Social Security Insurance

Formación

• PhD in Physics or related field.
• No prior research experience required.

Responsabilidades

• Develop a new generation of quantum devices.
• Design hybrid thermal machines using quantum advantages.
• Leverage advanced quantum materials.

Conocimientos

Expertise in quantum transport theory

Proficiency in non-equilibrium Keldysh Green’s functions

Experience in modeling quantum materials

Strong background in quantum thermodynamics

Fluent in English

Educación

PhD in a relevant field

Descripción del empleo

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Organisation/Company Universitat de les Illes Balears Research Field Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions PhD Positions Country Spain Application Deadline 2 Sep 2025 - 23:55 (Europe/Madrid) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Offer Starting Date 15 Oct 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number 2025-2026_1_162 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

We are seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral researcher to join the IFISC and contribute to developing a new generation of quantum devices. The research will focus on harnessing quantum advantages—such as quantum coherence and entanglement—to design hybrid thermal machines capable of performing multiple useful tasks simultaneously. The project will leverage advanced quantum materials, including topological matter, graphene and superconducting elements.

PI: Dr. Claudio Rubén Mirasso

Funding body: Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovación (MICINN)

Institution: Universitat de les Illes Balears (UIB) / University of the Balearic Islands (UIB)

Expertise in quantum transport theory
Proficiency in non-equilibrium Keldysh Green’s functions,
scattering theory, and full counting statistics
Experience in modeling quantum materials
A strong background in quantum thermodynamics

Language requeriments

English

Years of Research Experience None

Internal Application form(s) needed

National Social Security Insurance (Public Health Insurance)

Planned end date of the tasks subject to the contract: Thursday, October 15, 2026

Eligibility criteria

• Curricular merits in the field (max. 40 points).
• Qualifications in the specialist area (max. 20 points), other (max. 5 points).
• Video curriculum and, if applicable, personal interview (max. 20 points).
• Experience in the field (max. 15 points). E.g.: > 3 years (10 points), < 3 years (5 points).
• Other merits (max. +5 points). E.g.: recommendation letters.
Eligibility threshold: 60 points.

Candidates who hold the qualification corresponding to the required category in the job offer with a non-EU degree, if selected, must present a certificate of equivalence of their non-EU qualification to a European qualification, or proof of having applied for this equivalence, in order to proceed with their hiring. The equivalence can be requested from the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities of Spain (see https://www.universidades.gob.es/equivalencia-de-titulo-extranjero-de-educacion-superior-a-nivel-academico-de-grado-o-master-universitario-oficial-segun-rd-889-2022-de-18-de-octubre/ ).

In accordance with article 8 of the REGULATORY AGREEMENT 145140 of 15th June 2022 that approves the regulation governing the recruitment of research staff under chapter 6 allocation of the university budget, as well as technical or operational research staff.

Selection comitee

i. The relevant Pro-Vice-Chancellor for research (or delegated representative) as chair.
ii. The supervisor (or delegated representative).
iii. The members of the Research Area Assessment Committee (CARAI).
iv. One or more expert members in the topic pertaining to the recruitment and chosen by the chair of the committee, where applicable.
v. The head of FORHU (or delegated representative), as secretary, who may speak but not vote.

Additional comments

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Universitat de les Illes Balears / University of the Balearic Islands Country Spain Geofield