PhD Position in Heterogeneous Catalysis - ITQ (UPV-CSIC)

Instituto de Tecnología Química; España; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading research institute in Valencia is seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to work on a project focused on heterogeneous catalysis and energy transition. The ideal candidate should hold a BSc and MSc in Chemistry or related fields, possess a strong academic record, and demonstrate motivation for experimental research. Benefits include a fully funded contract and access to state-of-the-art facilities.

Servicios

Fully funded predoctoral contract

High-level scientific training

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Possibility of research stays in partner institutions

Formación

• Strong academic record enabling access to a doctoral program.
• Passion for research in heterogeneous catalysis and energy transition.

Responsabilidades

• Design, synthesize and characterize mixed-oxide catalysts.
• Conduct catalytic testing in chemical looping reactors.

Conocimientos

Experimental research motivation

Good command of English (B2 or higher)

Teamwork and communication skills

Educación

BSc + MSc degree in relevant disciplines

Descripción del empleo

Organisation/Company Instituto de Tecnología Química Research Field Chemistry » Heterogeneous catalysis Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Country Spain Application Deadline 22 Dec 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Institute of Chemical Technology (ITQ, UPV–CSIC) in Valencia (Spain) is seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join a competitive research project on heterogeneous catalysis and energy transition.

Research topic

The PhD project will focus on the design, synthesis, and characterization of mixed-oxide catalysts for application in chemical looping processes aimed at energy transition and industrial decarbonization.

The work will involve

• Advanced synthesis of mixed oxides, doped systems, and perovskites.
• Structural and surface characterization (XRD, BET, XPS, TEM, TPR, etc.).
• Catalytic testing in chemical looping reactors for partial oxidation and clean energy carrier production.
• Mechanistic modeling and long-term stability studies.

Candidate profile

• BSc + MSc degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Nanoscience, or related disciplines.
• Strong academic record enabling access to a doctoral program.
• Motivation for experimental research in catalysis and materials.
• Good command of English (B2 or higher).

Additional assets:

• Previous lab experience in catalysis or solid-state chemistry.
• Familiarity with material characterization techniques.
• Teamwork and communication skills.

We offer

• Fully funded predoctoral contract according to national regulations (up to 4 years).
• High-level scientific training in an international environment.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities.
• Possibility of short research stays in international partner institutions.

Workplace

Institute of Chemical Technology (ITQ, UPV–CSIC), Valencia, Spain

How to apply

Send the following documents as a single PDF to Pedro Serna Merino ( [e-mail] ) before 22/12/2025.

• Updated CV.
• Academic transcripts (BSc and MSc).
• Contact information for at least one academic reference.