Postdoctoral Researcher
A Postdoctoral Researcher is needed to synthesize and characterize hybrid systems in the Escobar research group. The role offers a competitive salary and a dynamic international environment.
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Ph. D. in Chemistry or Physics
Proven background in Computational Modelling, Molecular Dynamics, Python, Monte Carlo, QM, DFT and ab initio techniques.
Fluent in English (C1 level minimum).
Excellent coding skills.
Sound experience in MLPIs.
A full-time contract for 3 years.
Incorporation: November 2026
An international and dynamic environment within a multidisciplinary team
Annual salary split into 12 monthly payments.
Remuneration aligned with the company's salary policy, PIIP2 level based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Flexible 37.5 hours working week
Free parking available at our facilities.
Continuous training plan to support your professional development.
Good connection to public transportation networks.
Facilities with spacious areas, abundant natural light, and a functional, well‑designed environment aimed at enhancing people's wellbeing.
The Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to work in Prof. Núria López's group. This position will be funded by project 101306664-AIM, "AI-Multiscale Integration For Waste-To-Value Digital Twins", European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency, HORIZON-EIC-2025-PATHFINDERCHALLENGES-01-04
ICIQ is looking for a postdoctoral researcher in the group of Prof. Núria López. The candidate will be developing hierarchical DT technologies for the design of practical waste-to-value solutions based on fundamental chemical and physical principles.
Developing new software for the fine-tuning of Machine Learning Interatomic Potentials (MLPIs) and writing code.
Running the corresponding simulations and analyzing their results.
Writing documentation, reports and articles and present results at scientific events.
ICIQ's selection process usually entails the following phases:
Pre-selection: The pre-selection process will be based on qualifications and expertise as reflected on the candidates' CVs. This phase is merit-based.
Interview: Preselected candidates will be interviewed by the Hiring Manager of the position and the appointed Selection Committee.
Offer Letter: Once the successful candidate is selected, the People Unit will extend a Job Offer, specifying the start day, salary and overall job conditions.
For further information, you can visit our HR Excellence in Research page at: HR Excellence in Research (iciq.org)
ICIQ is a leading chemical research institute in Tarragona, Spain, focused on sustainable catalysis, renewable energies, and molecular medicine. It brings together over 300 professionals, with more than 260 directly involved in research, across 19 research groups. The institute is accredited as a Severo Ochoa Centre of Excellence and offers state-of-the-art scientific core facilities.
ICIQ is one of the world's internationally recognized leading institutions in the field of chemistry committed to solving major social and economic challenges by conducting top quality research in three main areas: Sustainable Catalysis, Renewable Energy and Health. The institute also aims at training the future generation of scientists by offering high-quality educational programs to Master, Ph. D. students and postdoctoral researchers (full details on http://www.iciq.org/).
ICIQ follows the principles of Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment (OTM-R) and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers as established by the European Commission.
ICIQ follows in its selection process a gender equality opportunity policy and a non-discrimination policy on the basis of age, ethnic or social origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, language and disability.
ICIQ is committed to promoting a work-life balance for its employees and, as such, offers flexible working hours.
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