Position in Colloidal Quantum Dot Synthesis and Nanomaterial

Quantum Flagship; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Flagship in Barcelona is seeking a Project Researcher Engineer to lead the synthesis of advanced colloidal quantum dots and nanomaterials. This role is pivotal in supporting various research areas, including photodetectors and imaging technologies, by ensuring high-quality materials for various applications.

Candidates should have a PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science and experience in nanomaterial development. The position offers an opportunity to work in a highly interdisciplinary environment with a focus on innovative research.

Qualifications

• Expertise in colloidal quantum dot synthesis and nanomaterials.
• Experience with laboratory operations and safety compliance.
• Strong ability in mentoring and training others.

Responsibilities

• Lead scientist for colloidal quantum dot synthesis and nanomaterial supply.
• Develop and optimize synthesis protocols.
• Train researchers in quantum dot synthesis and safe practices.

Skills

Colloidal quantum dot synthesis

Nanomaterials development

Characterization techniques

Mentoring

Education

PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science

Tools

Chemistry laboratory equipment

Job description

Position in Colloidal Quantum Dot Synthesis and Nanomaterial

The Functional Optoelectronic Nanomaterials Group at ICFO is seeking an outstanding and highly motivated scientist to join our team as Project Researcher Engineer responsible for the development, synthesis, and supply of advanced colloidal quantum dots and related nanomaterials that underpin the group’s research activities.

The successful candidate will play a central role in the group’s research programs by serving as the lead scientist for colloidal quantum dot synthesis and nanomaterials development. Acting as the group’s primary synthesis expert, the candidate will enable multiple research directions within the project by delivering state-of-the‑art materials while continuously expanding the group’s materials portfolio through the development of new synthesis methodologies and nanomaterial platforms.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the interface of chemistry, materials science, photonics, and device engineering within a highly interdisciplinary and internationally recognized research environment.

Key Responsibilities:

The selected candidate will serve as the group’s lead scientist for colloidal quantum dot synthesis and nanomaterial supply, supporting a broad portfolio of research activities spanning photodetectors, imaging technologies, photovoltaics, light emitters, modulators, and emerging optoelectronic devices.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing, optimizing, and scaling the synthesis of colloidal quantum dots and related nanomaterials to meet the needs of the group’s research related to infrared optoeletronics (ERC Consolidator Grant).
• Establishing new synthesis protocols and material platforms in response to emerging scientific opportunities and project requirements, including the development of novel infrared‑absorbing and infrared‑emitting quantum dot systems and advanced core‑shell nanostructures.
• Producing, characterizing, and supplying high‑quality nanomaterials to researchers within the group, ensuring reliable access to state‑of‑the‑art materials for device fabrication and scientific investigations.
• Preserving, documenting, and transferring synthesis know‑how generated within the group, ensuring continuity of expertise and research capabilities across successive generations of students and postdoctoral researchers.
• Training and mentoring researchers in quantum dot synthesis, nanomaterial processing, characterization techniques, and safe laboratory practices.
• Managing and maintaining the group’s chemistry laboratory facilities, including laboratory operations, safety compliance, inventory management, consumables procurement, equipment maintenance, purchasing activities, and budget oversight.
• Contributing to scientific publications, intellectual property generation, technical reports, and competitive research proposals related to nanomaterial synthesis and development.