Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

CIC energiGUNE is recruiting PhD candidates to pursui a doctoral thesis in a cross-disciplinary topic, within the Thermal Energy Storage and Conversion Area of CIC energiGUNE.

Main job functions:

• Conduct high-quality, original research on nanoconfined fluids and their role in emerging technologies.
• Design and perform advanced experiments on fluids confined in nanoporous materials.
• Analyze experimental data and contribute to theoretical interpretation of results.
• Publish research findings in top high-impact, peer-reviewed journals.
• Present results at international conferences and workshops.
• Actively contribute to collaborative research activities within the group and with external partners.

Area: Thermal Enery Storage and Conversion (TESC)

Group: Interfacial phenomena, colloids and porous media

WHAT WE OFFER:

• We are offering a 3-year predoctoral contract and advantageous professional development opportunities with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.

• Full access to cutting-edge laboratory facilities and characterization platforms.
• The incorporation to a top research center in Europe that makes high quality research and impactful contributions to the energy and sustainability fields.
• Professional and personal development: opportunity to attend seminars, international conferences, trainings, etc.
• Integrated, enthusiastic, international and multidisciplinary environment.

Once selected, the candidate will apply jointly with the centre for a predoctoral grant from the Basque Government.

LIFE-BALANCE BENEFITS:

• Flexible working hours promoting work-life balance and self-organization.
• On-site work model with the option to telework.
• A welcome program that offers help with finding accommodation and addresses other aspects to help you integrate into the local environment (such as free language courses, assistance with the administrative procedures, help with schools for children…).

For more information: https://cicenergigune.com/en/work-with-us

TO APPLY:

All applicants are invited to submit their application a detailed curriculum vitae along with your academic records from the bachelor degree at this website:

The selection process ends once the candidate is selected.

CIC energiGUNE is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce. Therefore, as part of our commitment to inclusion, we welcome applications regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age.

DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTITUTION:

• WHO ARE WE? https://cicenergigune.com/en/who-are-we
• WHERE ARE WE? https://cicenergigune.com/en/welcome
• OUR FACILITIES: https://cicenergigune.com/en/platforms-facilities

For more details on CIC energiGUNE's research activities please visit our website at http://www.cicenergigune.com.

Requirements

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

• MSc degree in one of the following fields (finished by September 2026 at the latest):
  • Chemistry / Materials Science / Physical Chemistry, or
  • Physics / Nanoscience / Chemical Physics / Nanotechnology
• Strong academic background with demonstrated interest in nanomaterials or interfacial phenomena.
• Hands-on experience in experimental research (e.g., laboratory work during MSc thesis).
• Ability to work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Good level of English (written and oral).
• Motivation to conduct high-level research and publish in leading scientific journals