Summary: The Instituto de Tecnología Química (ITQ) and the Department of Chemistry at the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) are offering a predoctoral position to join cutting-edge research on the development of MXene-based heterogeneous catalysts for energy vectors and high-value chemical products. The position is funded under the prestigious ERC Advanced Grant Project titled “Mxenes As Thermal Catalysts: Exploiting The Ideal Properties Of Chameleonic Materials”. The selected candidate will work on a multidisciplinary and international research team under the supervision of Dr. Ana Primo and Prof. Sergio Navalón.
Ph.D. Position in Heterogeneous Catalysis Using MXenes – ITQ & Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain
Summary Table
| Designation | Predoctoral Researcher (Ph.D. Position) |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Heterogeneous Catalysis, MXenes, CO₂/N₂ valorization, Hydrogen |
| Location | Instituto de Tecnología Química (ITQ) & Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain |
| Project Title | Catalysis Using MXenes for Energy Vectors and High-Value Products |
| Project Reference | ERC Advanced Grant (Ref: 101141466) |
| Contract Duration | 1 year, extendable up to 3 years (full Ph.D. duration) |
| Application Deadline | Preferably before September 10, 2025 |
| Contact Emails | Dr. Ana Primo – aprimoar@itq.upv.es Prof. Sergio Navalón – sernaol@doctor.upv.es |
Designation
Predoctoral Researcher (Ph.D. Candidate)
Research Area
Heterogeneous Catalysis using MXenes
CO₂ and N₂ Valorization, Hydrogen Activation, High-Value Organic Products, Spectroscopic and Microscopic Characterization, Computational Modeling.
Location
Instituto de Tecnología Química (ITQ) and Department of Chemistry,
Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), Spain
Eligibility / Qualification
- Required Education:
- Bachelor’s + Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fields.
- Degree Recognition:
- Degrees must be issued by the Spanish Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, OR
- Applicants with foreign degrees must obtain official homologation to Spanish degrees at the time of application.
Degree homologation portal
Job Description
The successful candidate will participate in the following research activities:
- Active involvement in both European and national research projects linked to MXenes.
- Development of novel heterogeneous catalysts based on MXenes.
- Characterization of physical, chemical, textural, and electronic properties using advanced spectroscopic and microscopic techniques.
- Optimization of catalytic activity for target reactions including H₂ production, CO₂/N₂ activation, and synthesis of organic value-added chemicals.
- Support in the development of computational models to validate reaction mechanisms.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should email a single PDF file containing the following documents to both contacts listed below:
- A brief cover letter outlining interest in the position and relevant experience.
- A Curriculum Vitae including details of previous research (e.g., thesis, publications, presentations, projects, awards).
Send application to:
- Dr. Ana Primo: aprimoar@itq.upv.es
- Prof. Sergio Navalón: sernaol@doctor.upv.es
Last Date to Apply
Preferably before September 10, 2025.
Note: Due to a high volume of expected applications, only eligible and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for evaluation. The selection process will close once a suitable candidate is identified.
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