Research Assistant for Fire-safe Materials

EURAXESS Ireland; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 21.204 - 30.132; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

IMDEA Materials Institute in Spain invites applications for a First Stage Researcher (R1) in Engineering. The fellow will study fire testing for new fire-retardant materials for advanced applications and will gain hands-on experience with polymer processing and composites.

The position requires a Master's degree in Materials Science and Engineering or a related field, with a strong commitment to international and multidisciplinary research, fluent English, and prior experience in polymer

Formación

• Master's degree in Materials Science and Engineering or related field
• Fluent English (written and oral) is required
• Experience in polymer processing and fabrication appreciated

Responsabilidades

• Study fire testing for new fire-retardant materials
• Gain hands-on experience with polymer processing and composites
• Engage in fundamental and applied research in materials science and engineering

Conocimientos

Fluent English

Polymer processing

Research

Educación

Master's degree in Materials Science and Engineering or related field

Descripción del empleo

Organisation/Company Fundación IMDEA Materiales Research Field Engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 20 Aug 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Spain 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

In this study, the fellow will mainly focus on studying fire testing for new fire-retardant materials for advanced applications. In detail, the main research tasks include:

• High performance fire-safe polymers

The candidate will acquire hands‑on experience with polymer processing and composites. The candidate will gain experience in fundamental and applied research in materials science, engineering, and high‑performance polymers, opening perspectives in academia and industry.

-Candidate should hold a Master's degree in Materials Science and Engineering or a related field/discipline before starting this position, and a strong commitment to developing scientific activity in an international and multidisciplinary environment.

-Fluent English (written and oral) is needed.

-Previous experience in polymer processing and fabrication will be highly appreciated and positively evaluated.

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Research Field Engineering Years of Research Experience None

The working language of the Institute is English. Full command of the English language is required in all positions.

WHAT YOU WILL FIND AT IMDEA

Stimulating environment where you can grow professionally.

IMDEA Materials Institute is committed to equal opportunities, diversity and the promotion of a healthy work environment and work-life balance. Female applicants are encouraged to apply to our research and technical positions. See our Gender Equality Plan here and our Code of Ethics here .

Besides on-the-job technical training, IMDEA Materials Institute is committed to training the Institute’s scientists and staff in “soft” or transversal skills. See the available training here .

Meet some of our alumni to see what it is like to work with us.

Additional comments

The first contract is for 3.5 months and might be extended after passing the evaluation.

The position will be financially supported by SCOPE project.