Predoctoral Researcher (PhD position) in Condensed Matter Physics – Super-resolution imaging of ion dynamics in disordered solid-state electrolytes

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid); España; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PhD enrolment support

Full-time contract up to 4 years

Job summary

Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) invites applications for a full-time predoctoral research contract (up to 4 years) linked to the project on super-resolution visualization of ion dynamics in disordered solid-state electrolytes. The successful candidate will enroll in the UAM PhD Programme in Condensed Matter Physics, Nanoscience and Biophysics.

Offers include a 37.5-hour work week, a gross monthly salary of €2,121.34, and the possibility to pursue a PhD within the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Chemistry or similar fields.
• Master’s degree in Physics, Chemistry or Engineering.
• Eligibility for admission to the UAM PhD Programme in Condensed Matter Physics, Nanoscience and Biophysics.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of solid-state electrolyte samples.
• Development of optical microscopy techniques.
• Acquisition of super-resolution microscopy data.
• Structural and chemical characterization using advanced microscopy techniques.

Skills

English (high level)

Electrochemistry knowledge

Optical microscopy training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physics or Chemistry

Master’s degree in Physics, Chemistry or Engineering

Job description

Organisation/Company Autonomous University of Madrid (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) Department Faculty of Science (Facultad de Ciencias), Universidad Autónoma de Madrid – Department of Condensed Matter Physics (Departamento de Física de la Materia Condensada) Research Field Chemistry Physics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 30 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Offer Starting Date 1 Dec 2026 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 Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM) offers a full-time predoctoral research contract (up to 4 years) funded by the Spanish State Plan for Scientific, Technical and Innovation Research 2024-2027 (2025 call), linked to the project “Super-resolution visualization of ion dynamics in disordered solid-state electrolytes” (PID2025-174701NB-I00). Position reference: PLAZA 14 (supervisors: Dr. Ferry Prins and Dr. Celia Polop Jordá). The successful candidate is expected to enrol in the UAM PhD Programme in Condensed Matter Physics, Nanoscience and Biophysics.

• Preparation of solid-state electrolyte samples.
• Development of optical microscopy techniques.
• Acquisition of super-resolution microscopy data.
• Structural and chemical characterisation using advanced microscopy techniques.
• Bachelor’s degree (Licenciatura or Grado) in Physics, Chemistry or similar.
• Master’s degree in a field related to Physics, Chemistry or Engineering.
• Eligibility for admission to the UAM PhD Programme in Condensed Matter Physics, Nanoscience and Biophysics.

Specific Requirements

Knowledge of electrochemistry methods or battery technology.

• Training in the optical characterisation of nanomaterials.
• High level of spoken and written English.

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Additional Information

Gross salary: €2,121.34 per month (75% of the salary set for equivalent categories in the applicable collective agreements, during any of the contract years).

• Full-time employment contract (37.5 hours/week) for up to 4 years.
• Paid holidays in proportion to the contract duration (untaken holidays will not be paid out).
• Opportunity to complete a PhD within the UAM PhD Programme in Condensed Matter Physics, Nanoscience and Biophysics.
• Workplace: Faculty of Science, UAM (Madrid, Spain).

Eligibility criteria

Candidates must meet the access profile of the UAM PhD Programme in Condensed Matter Physics, Nanoscience and Biophysics: a Bachelor’s degree (Licenciatura or Grado) in Physics, Chemistry or similar fields, and a Master’s degree in a field related to Physics, Chemistry or Engineering.

Selection process

Candidates will be evaluated on their suitability for the position according to the criteria and sub-criteria set out in section 6 of the call rules. In particular, knowledge of electrochemistry methods or battery technology, training in the optical characterisation of nanomaterials, and a high level of spoken and written English will be taken into account.

Selection committee

Ferry Prins (Chair), Celia Polop (Member), Pablo Ares (Member), Marina Medina Reyman (Secretary).