Postdoctoral Fellowship – Medicinal Chemistry: The Light-activatable Molecules for Bioimaging and Therapeutic Applications Group at the University of Barcelona, led by Dr. Vicente Marchán, invites applications from highly motivated candidates for the Juan de la Cierva Formación 2025 Postdoctoral Fellowship. The research focuses on the design and development of innovative light-activated drugs aimed at bioimaging, photodynamic therapy (PDT), and photopharmacology.
Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity – Medicinal Chemistry (Juan de la Cierva Formación 2025)
Summary Table
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher (Juan de la Cierva Formación 2025) |
| Research Area | Medicinal Chemistry, Photochemistry, Photobiology, Chemical Biology |
| Location | Section of Organic Chemistry, University of Barcelona, Spain |
| Eligibility | PhD awarded between Jan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2025 |
| Apply To | vmarchan@ub.edu, agandioso@ub.edu |
| Expression of Interest Deadline | November 20th, 2025 |
| Official Call Deadline | December 17th, 2025 |
| Expected Resolution | June 2026 |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher – Medicinal Chemistry (Juan de la Cierva Formación 2025)
Research Area
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Organic Synthesis
- Photochemistry & Photobiology
- Bioimaging
- Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)
- Photopharmacology
- Peptide/Antibody Conjugation
- Chemical Biology
Location
Section of Organic Chemistry, University of Barcelona, Spain
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants must meet the official Juan de la Cierva Formación criteria:
Essential Requirements
- PhD degree awarded between January 1, 2024 and December 31, 2025
(strict requirement by the Spanish Ministry) - Strong publication record (due to the competitive nature of the fellowship).
- High motivation, independence, and ambition in scientific research.
- Strong background in:
- Organic multi-step synthesis
- Photochemistry / photobiology
- Peptide synthesis
- Medicinal chemistry & chemical biology
Job Description
The successful postdoctoral researcher will:
Key Responsibilities
- Design and synthesize light-activated drug candidates.
- Conjugate drug molecules with tumor-targeting moieties (peptides, antibodies).
- Perform in vitro and in vivo biological evaluations of newly synthesized compounds.
- Collaborate in multidisciplinary research integrating chemistry, biology, and phototherapy.
- Contribute to publications, presentations, and project development.
What You Will Gain
- Work at the interface of chemistry and biology on cutting-edge drug design.
- Access to state-of-the-art research facilities.
- Multidisciplinary training and hands-on experience with advanced techniques.
- Opportunities for scientific exchanges, conferences, and collaborations.
- Strong mentorship and career development support.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send the following documents:
- Complete CV
- Motivation Letter (maximum 1 page)
Email applications to:
📧 vmarchan@ub.edu, agandioso@ub.edu
Last Date to Apply
- Expression of Interest Deadline: November 20th, 2025
- Official Juan de la Cierva Formación Call Deadline: December 17th, 2025
