X-ray/TEM Postdoctoral Researcher

European Microscopy Society; Cerdanyola del Vallés; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ALBA Synchrotron Light Facility in Cerdanyola del Vallès, near Barcelona, Spain, is offering a X-ray/TEM Postdoctoral Researcher position within the IMPRESS project.

The role focuses on developing methods for correlative operando X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) and (scanning) transmission electron microscopy ((S)TEM), integrating into TEM specimen holders and other instruments used for sample preparation and characterization.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field and hands-on experience with (S)TEM and/or synchrotron X-ray techniques.
• Experience in testing microreactors or correlative microscopy is a plus.
• Ability to work across interdisciplinary teams and manage experimental campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Test microreactor prototypes using (S)TEM and X-ray beamlines.
• Develop and implement correlative operando XAS/TEM methods within IMPRESS.
• Collaborate with beamline scientists, JEMCA and project partners.

Skills

(S)TEM experience

Synchrotron X-ray techniques

Laboratory experience

Education

PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Physics

Tools

TEM

X-ray beamlines

Job description

X-ray/TEM Postdoctoral Researcher

POSTDOCTORAL POSITION

Cerdanyola del Vallès (Barcelona), Spain | Materials Science | Research

About The Institution

• Institution: ALBA Synchrotron Light Facility
• Department: Experiments
• Service: Interdisciplinary and Multimodal Section
• Location: Cerdanyola del Vallès, Barcelona, Spain

Job Offer

This postdoctoral position focuses on the development of scientific and technical methods for correlative operando X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS) and (Scanning) Transmission Electron Microscopy ((S)TEM), within the framework of the IMPRESS project (Interoperable electron Microscopy Platform for advanced RESearch and Services), funded by HORIZON-INFRA-2022-TECH-01-01.

The IMPRESS project aims to develop an interoperable platform based on a modular and standardized cartridge concept. These cartridges are designed for integration into TEM specimen and aperture holders, as well as other instruments used for sample preparation and characterization, including surface science tools, transport measurement systems, microfocus X-ray tomography instruments and synchrotrons.

Within IMPRESS, ALBA contributes to the development of a MEMS-based microreactor for correlative photocatalytic experiments in TEM and synchrotron beamlines. These experiments target CO2 reduction reactions and the generation of high-value products.

The successful candidate will report to the Head of the Interdisciplinary and Multimodal Section and work closely with the Interface X-ray/TEM and Methodology groups, beamline scientists, the Joint Electron Microscopy Center at ALBA (JEMCA), and project partners.

The main focus of the position will be the testing of microreactor prototypes using (S)TEM and X-ray beamlines.

Candidate Profile

Candidates must hold a PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Physics, or an equivalent field, and have hands‑on experience in (S)TEM and/or synchrotron X‑ray techniques.

Position Details

• Opening date: September 30, 2026
• Application deadline: November 15, 2026
• Contact: Lucia Aballe
• Email: [e-mail]