Postdoctoral Position - Photophysics of Organic Emitters

Organisation/Company Fundación IMDEA Nanociencia Research Field Chemistry » Other Physics » Other Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Postdoc Positions Final date to receive applications 16 Mar 2026 - 00:00 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Offer Starting Date 23 Mar 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

General requirements

The candidate should hold a PhD degree in physics, chemistry or materials science, with a strong expertise in functional conjugated organic materials for optoelectronics a/o energy conversion, advanced steady-state time resolved (polarized, low-temperature) absorption and photoluminescence spectroscopy, and a good knowledge in the use of density functional theory calculations of these materials.

We are looking for a candidate for a Postdoctoral position to carry out the following functions:

• Research in the photophysics of conjugated organic materials
• Develop his/her own research line within the general subject
• Co-supervise PhD and MSc students
• Writing of research papers & proposals

Requirements:

• Qualifications:
  
  PhD degree in physics, chemistry or materials science.
• Communication skills in English (oral and written).
• Ability to work in a team, flexibility, and adaptability to handle multiple tasks.
• Independent, proactive thinking, working and writing
• Strong experience in functional conjugated organic materials for optoelectronics a/o energy conversion.
• Strong background in advanced steady-state time resolved (polarized, low-temperature) absorption and photoluminescence spectroscopy.
• Good knowledge in the use of density functional theory calculations of these materials.
• Availability to travel.

Working conditions:

• Contract duration: 2 years
• Work-life balance measures: IMDEA Nanociencia has implemented a Gender Equality Plan that includes work-life balance measures, such as flexible schedule, teleworking, and meeting that respect the working hours.

IMDEA Nanociencia has a Gender Equality Plan, and the entire Institute is committed to measures that promote cultural, demographic, and social diversity, specifically gender diversity. All of this enhances the quality of research and contribute to excellence.