Summary
The Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid (ICMM-CSIC) is offering a PhD project focused on the design, synthesis, and advanced structural characterization of MOF-glass composites. The project aims to develop functional hybrid materials for sustainable applications, including adsorption, catalysis, and environmental remediation, by combining the porosity of crystalline metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with the processability of glassy matrices.
PhD Opportunity: Innovating Sustainable MOF-Glass Composites at ICMM-CSIC, Spain
Designation
First Stage Researcher (R1) / PhD Candidate
Key Details
| Detail | Information |
| Institute | Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid (ICMM-CSIC) |
| Contract Type | Temporary, Full-time |
| Working Hours | 37.5 hours per week |
| Funding | Comunidad de Madrid-Atracción de Talento (Grant 2024-T1/TEC-31450) |
| Application Deadline | April 30, 2026 |
Research Area
Chemistry and Materials Science (specifically Metal-Organic Frameworks, Crystallography, and Inorganic Chemistry).
Location
Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid (ICMM-CSIC), Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, 3, Cantoblanco, 28049 Madrid, Spain.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related areas. A Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fields (already completed or to be completed in the upcoming academic year).
- Experience: Previous experience in crystallography and inorganic chemistry is required. Experience specifically with metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) is highly desired.
- Skills: Strong interest in multidisciplinary work and a motivation to learn across various scientific fields. Good interpersonal skills are required.
- Language: Good written and oral communication skills in English are mandatory.
Job Description
The selected candidate will work on developing new composite materials by integrating crystalline MOFs with both inorganic and hybrid glasses. The core focus will be on understanding the structural interactions at the interfaces between these phases. The research involves using advanced analytical techniques, notably Pair Distribution Function (PDF) analysis, to investigate complex structures and establish these MOF-glass composites as a new class of materials for environmental and energy-related technologies.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply by sending their CV to the email address specified on the ICMM job offer page.
Last Date for Apply
April 30, 2026
