PhD Position: Materials for Catalysis: The Universidad Autónoma de Madrid is offering a PhD position in the field of Supramolecular Nanostructured Materials for Catalysis. This position is part of the Nanostructured Molecular Systems and Materials (MSMn) group, focusing on the development of multidimensional reticular materials with catalytic properties. The selected candidate will engage in cutting-edge research on creating materials that can enhance catalytic reactions through periodic (photo)catalytic compartments. The project is part of funding from STAR2 – Banco Santander and Functional Self-Assembled Systems: from Discrete Structures to Polymeric Networks (PID2023-148548NB-I00). The work will be conducted in collaboration with the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid and the Universidad de Cantabria.
PhD Research Position: Supramolecular Nanostructured Materials for Catalysis
University: Universidad Autónoma de Madrid
Application Deadline: 31st December 2025
Expected Starting Date: 1st February 2026 (flexible)
Duration: 2+2 years
Summary Table
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | PhD Researcher |
| Research Area | Organic Chemistry, Reticular Chemistry, Supramolecular Chemistry, Catalysis |
| Location | Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Universidad de Cantabria |
| Eligibility | Master’s degree (or in progress), excellent academic record, motivation |
| Job Description | Development of multidimensional reticular materials for catalytic purposes |
| Qualifications | Master’s degree, strong Bachelor’s and Master’s grades, good English level |
| Application Deadline | 31st December 2025 |
| Starting Date | From 1st February 2026 (flexible) |
| Funding Project | STAR2 – Banco Santander, PID2023-148548NB-I00 |
Designation
PhD Researcher
Research Area
The primary focus will be on the development of multidimensional reticular (COF) materials with (photo)catalytic compartments. The project explores supramolecular chemistry, molecular materials, and catalysis to design innovative systems with advanced catalytic functions.
Location
- Universidad Autónoma de Madrid
- Universidad de Cantabria
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s studies completed or in progress
- Excellent academic record (Bachelor’s and Master’s)
- Good command of English
- Strong motivation for research
Job Description
- Conduct research on the synthesis and characterization of 1D, 2D, or 3D reticular materials.
- Develop systems with periodically arranged (photo)catalytic compartments.
- Collaborate with research teams at Universidad Autónoma de Madrid and Universidad de Cantabria.
- Contribute to projects funded by Banco Santander and other research grants.
How to Apply
Applications should be sent to:
david.gonzalez.rodriguez@uam.es
Submit the following documents:
- CV (including Bachelor and Master’s grades)
- Publications list
- Contact details
- Optional: Motivation letter, research summary, recommendation letters
Last Date for Apply
31st December 2025
For more details, visit: MSMn Lab Website
