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Master's Students Program 2026 Call

On-site in San Sebastián·Added 20 days ago (last checked 29 Oct)

CIC biomaGUNE

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Salary: €750 a month
Work mode: On-site, San Sebastián
English: Required
Education: University degree

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Requirements

What we're looking for

This TFM opportunity is open only to students enrolled at universities in Spain who are nationals of an EU Member State and hold a valid passport.

Candidates must have obtained a University Degree
- For Laboratory & technology development research projects, in Chemistry, Materials Science, Biomedicine, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Nanoscience, Physics or related areas.
- For Entrepreneurial research projects, in business- or enterprise-related areas.
Candidates must be officially admitted and registered at the time of the start of the fellowship.
Candidates must have a good working knowledge of English.

Due to administrative and visa requirements, this TFM opportunity is open only to students enrolled at universities in Spain who are nationals of an EU Member State and hold a valid passport.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Total scholarship amount: 750 €/month gross (Before deductions of taxes and social security contribution)

Students are responsible for arranging and covering the cost of their own accommodation.

The role

The Center for Cooperative Research in Biomaterials (CIC biomaGUNE) offers Master's students the possibility to develop their Master's Project (trabajo de fin de máster -TFM- in Spanish) within one of CIC biomaGUNE's research groups.

Three options are available:

Laboratory research project. This type of project aims at training the student in laboratory-based scientific skills. The student will endeavor to execute an experimental project.
Technology development research project. This type of project aims at training the student in scientific and technological skills. The student will endeavor to execute a laboratory project oriented to the maturation of a technology.
Entrepreneurial research project. This type of project aims at training the student in entrepreneurial skills. The student will provide support in the design of a business model and initial steps of deep-tech entrepreneurial ventures.

We are looking for highly motivated students who, once completed their master's degree, would like to pursue their PhD studies at CIC biomaGUNE, or be members of entrepreneurial teams leading technology-based start-ups leveraging on CIC biomaGUNE's technology portfolio.

The Master Project will be conducted under the supervision of a CIC biomaGUNE Principal Researcher. During their stay, students will have access to suitable laboratory space, equipment, research supplies and support from CIC biomaGUNE staff. They will work alongside pre and post doctoral researchers, and receive training at the highest levels also by participating to CIC biomaGUNE seminars.

How you'll work

The program runs for a total of 6 months.

05/10/2026

Call opening

13/11/2026

Call deadline

End November

Notification to candidates

Between December 2026 - January 2027

Starting period of the internship

Approximately June- July 2027

End of the internship

Description of the Program

A maximum of 3 scholarships will be awarded.

Hiring process

The application will include the following information in English:

Complete CV
Master Pre-registration proof
Cover letter stating why you are interested in this fellowship, which laboratory you would like to join and how you expect this program will benefit you on a personal and academic level. Candidates are encouraged to check information (https://www.cicbiomagune.es/org/researchgroups) regarding the laboratory and the Group Leader before submitting the application.
The contact details of at least one referee who can provide a refrence.

About CIC biomaGUNE

CIC biomaGUNE (Center for Cooperative Research in Biomaterials) is a non-profit research organization and member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), created to promote scientific research and technological innovation in the Basque Country under the BioBasque policy. Its activity is conducted by an average of 11 international research groups working at the interface between chemistry, physics, and biology, with an emphasis on the design of nanostructures and biomaterials and their applications in biomedicine. The center's strategy is structured around three research priorities: Biofunctional Nanomaterials, Synthetic Bioengineering, and Molecular and Functional Imaging, with applications spanning diagnostic, therapeutic, theranostic, and multimodal imaging.

The center is located in the Science and Technology Park of Gipuzkoa in Donostia-San Sebastián, Basque Country, Spain. It has earned national and international recognition as a scientific leader in biomaterials, including the 2018 'María de Maeztu Unit of Excellence' accreditation — the highest recognition of scientific excellence in Spain from the Spanish State Research Agency (AEI) — and the 'HR Excellence in Research' seal. It runs structured career pathways for researchers at all levels, including a PhD Program, Postdoctoral Program (including the BREATH Postdoctoral Programme), Master Program, and Undergraduate and Vocational Training Programs, making it a relevant destination for international scientists seeking research careers in Spain.

Industry: Biomaterials Research

Good to know if you are moving

Located in the Science and Technology Park of Gipuzkoa in Donostia-San Sebastián, Basque Country, with an average of 11 international and dynamic research groups.
Holds the 'HR Excellence in Research' seal and implements a Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R), signaling structured, researcher-friendly employment practices.
Accredited in 2018 as a 'María de Maeztu Unit of Excellence' — the highest recognition of scientific excellence in Spain awarded by the Spanish State Research Agency (AEI).
Offers structured research career pathways including a PhD Program, Postdoctoral Program (including the BREATH Postdoctoral Programme), Master Program, and Undergraduate and Vocational Training Programs.
Member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), a network of Basque research and technology centers.

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Additional information

Positions will be awarded on a competitive basis taking into consideration the students' academic records and the motivation and reference letters.

Once it has been verified that the student meets the requirements, it will be necessary to complete the relevant documentation with the university to coordinate the internship (sign the educational cooperation agreement between CIC biomaGUNE and the university, the annex with the details of the internship, etc.) before the start of the scholarship. To do this, the student should contact the department responsible for the regulation of internships at their university, collaborating with the HR department of CIC biomaGUNE.

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