International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory Careers

Postdoctoral Researcher – Development and Functional Validation of Advanced Magnetic Nanocomposites for Biomedical Applications

Job Reference: Ref.23.26.422

Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Location: Braga, Portugal

Group/Unit: Bañobre Research Group

Number of Vacancies: 1

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Duration: 12 months

Salary Range: 28K-31K

Open Date for Applications: July 15th, 2026

Closing Date for Applications: August 4th, 2026, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)

Key words: #materialschemistry #nanomaterialssynthesis #nanocomposites #nanomaterials #characterisationtechniques #mammaliancellculture

Overview

The Bañobre Research Group focus is nanomedicine for the development of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches towards an early and unequivocal diagnosis and treatment of cancer, inflammatory and neurological diseases. To this aim the group covers from fundamental research on the identification and validation of diseases’ biomarkers and cellular interactions, to a more applied cross-disciplinary research focused on the development of technologies and nanostructures (inorganic, organic, hybrid) for precision disease diagnosis, therapy and theranostics.

We are currently looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team under the TEN4CARE project.

Job Duties

The job duties will be the following:

• Synthesise magnetic nanoparticles and nanocomposites.
• Surface functionalisation of nanomaterials.
• Comprehensive physicochemical characterisation of (nano)materials.
• Cell culture techniques and biological assays.
• Participate in consortium meetings and collaborative activities.
• Prepare and present regular progress reports.

Mandatory Qualifications

Education

• PhD in Nanotechnology, Nanomedicine, Chemistry, Biochemistry or equivalent field.

Experience and Technical Skills

• Experience in nanotechnology and/or nanomedicine research.
• Hands-on experience in the synthesis and physicochemical characterisation of nanomaterials, including magnetic nanoparticles and nanocomposites.
• Experience in the functionalisation of nanostructures with bioactive agents (e.g., small molecules, peptides, proteins, nucleic acids).
• Proficiency in advanced characterisation techniques, such as TEM, SEM, ICP, TGA, HPLC, VSM, SQUID, MRI, and magnetic hyperthermia.
• Experience in mammalian cell culture and in vitro biological assays for the evaluation of nanomaterial–cell interactions.

Other Valued Skills

• Advanced cell culture skills: co-culture, spheroids, organoids and microfluidic-integration.
• Drug delivery systems.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge on NMR, MRI and Magnetic Hyperthermia.
• Knowledge on organic and polymeric chemistry.
• Experience in nanomedical applications, including regenerative medicine.
• Previous participation in collaborative national, international and/or industrial research projects.

Personal Skills

• “Hands-on” approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines;
• Problem Solving ability;
• Customer orientation;
• Ability to work independently and as team player;
• Good communication skills.

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary;
• Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges;
• Private health insurance;
• Family allowances (according to family situation);
• Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability);
• Support for education fees of dependent children;
• Relocation support;
• 30 working days of annual leave.

How to Apply

The application must be in English and include the following mandatory documents:

a)     Cover letter

b)     Curriculum Vitae

c)      Academic and/or Professional diplomas

Online application instructions:

1. The application is made online by clicking the “Apply” button;
2. The candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form;
3. The candidate must submit the mandatory documents mentioned above in pdf format by including them in the “Additional files” section using the “Add portfolio” button.

Important note:

Incomplete applications including the failure to provide mandatory documents or providing inaccurate information will result in the application not being considered.

How the Selection Process works
 

A. Applications eligibility check

This stage will be carried out on the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and technical skills defined for the job, as well as the validation of the mandatory documents. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will move forward to the next stage.

B. CV Assessment

The Selection Committee will evaluate the eligible applications based on their CV and other submitted documents and the suitability for the position. The best ranked candidates will be shortlisted for the interview stage(s).

C. Interview(s)

The interview(s) may be done in different formats: video recording, online or onsite.

The question based interview will evaluate the match between the candidate’s profile and the requirements for the position, including the technical and personal skills. To better support this stage, the candidate may be requested to prepare a short presentation.

D. Nomination

The selected candidate will be nominated and formally offered the position, including the disclosure of the contractual conditions. 

Additional Information

Application feedback

We highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle

INL follows a non-discrimination and equal access principle, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.

The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice in order to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.

About INL

The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL (http://www.inl.int), is the first and only Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.

It was founded under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research, deploy and communicate nanotechnology for the benefit of society. INL aims to be a recognised leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.