Postdoctoral researcher in Bioprocess development

Institut Quimic Sarria (IQS) – Universitat Ramon Llull

Organisation / Company Institut Quimic Sarria (IQS) – Universitat Ramon Llull Department Bioengineering Research Field Biological sciences » Biological engineering Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Spain Application Deadline 30 Jun 2025 - 23 : 59 (Europe / Madrid) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Offer Starting Date 15 Jul 2025 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? European Union / Next Generation EU Reference Number 101209410 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

CROPSAFE : A HORIZON-JU-CBE project

Biomass-derived Crop Protection Strategies for the Transition to Environmentally-Friendly Agriculture

The project involves the development and optimization of bioactive materials derived from non-edible / waste (aquatic, forest and agri-food) biomass. They will be formulated for optimized delivery and performance. Their mode of action will be analysed with state-of-the-art technologies, including several omics. Selected bioactives will be tested up to field studies. Safety will be carefully monitored. CS Bioac-tives are aimed to replace toxic synthetic chemicals derived from non-renewable petrochemical feed-stocks. They will target pest and disease agents that threaten key Food Security crops (potato, tomato and banana).

The Laboratory is looking for a postdoc to work on Bioprocess development aimed at the production of enzymatically modified chitosan materials to be tested for bioactivities.

The project involves :

• recombinant expression of enzymes,
• bioprocesses development and optimization at pilot plant scale,
• biocatalytic transformations and bioproducts characterization.

Position for two years starting by July 2025, extendable upon additional funding.

The research at the Laboratory of Biochemistry focuses on Carbohydrate Active Enzymes (CAZymes) involved in the biosynthesis, modification and degradation of glycans and glycoconjugates, from fundamen-tal aspects of their mechanism, specificity and regulation to their applications in biocatalysis, synthetic biology and as therapeutic targets in infectious diseases ( ).

Applicant’s profile

• PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or alike.
• Experience in bioprocess development, microbial fermentations, use of bioreactors, molecular cloning, protein expression, enzymology, biocatalysis, physicochemical techniques for products characterization (RMN, spectrophotometry, mass spectrometry, HPLC,..)
• Communication and team building skills for collaborative work in a research team.
• Managing abilities to supervise MS and undergrad students.

Main Tasks and responsibilities

• The successful candidate is expected to work collaboratively within the group and with other partners in the European project.
• Participation in writing scientific reports and papers, attending project meetings and scientific confer-ences, and in outreach activities within the project.

Research Field Biological sciences » Biological engineering Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills / Qualifications

Applipant's profile :

• PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or alike.
• Experience in bioprocess development, microbial fermentations, use of bioreactors, molecular cloning, protein expression, enzymology, biocatalysis, physicochemical techniques for products characterization (RMN, spectrophotometry, mass spectrometry, HPLC,..)

Specific Requirements

• Communication and team building skills for collaborative work in a research team.
• skills in writing reports and scientific papers
• Managing abilities to supervise MS and undergrad students.

Research Field Biological sciences » Biological engineering Years of Research Experience 4 - 10

Research Field Chemistry » BiochemistryChemistry » Instrumental analysis Years of Research Experience 4 - 10

Additional Information

• Salary based on merits and qualifications.
• Full-time position for 2 years, extendible upon additional funding.
• Training opportunitiesand internationalconferenceattendance.

Eligibility criteria

Motivation letter explaining why you would be a good fit for theposition and team.

Two reference letters and contact details of the referees who wrote them.

Selection process

Applications are welcome until June 30 or until the position is filled.

Additional comments

We are an equal opportunity employer . We promote equality and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law. We strongly welcome applications from female candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level in this field of knowledge in our School.

We also promote scientific and technological knowledge, business transformation and societal progress . At IQS we look for professionals committed to both these values.

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