Summary
IMDEA Agua is seeking a dedicated Postdoctoral Researcher to join the MADisWATER project, focusing on microbial electrochemical technologies for sustainable water management in Madrid.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Microbial Electrochemical Technologies, IMDEA Agua, Spain
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Microbial Electrochemical Technologies |
| Location | Fundación IMDEA Agua, Avda. Punto Com, 2, 28805 Alcalá de Henares, Madrid |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Doctorate in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Biology, or similar (EQF Level 8) |
| Salary | €36,000 – €37,860 gross annual salary |
| Contract Duration | Until the end of the project (approximately September 2026) |
| Work Hours | Full-time (37.5 hours/week) |
Job Description
The hired candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Cultivation and electrochemical characterization of electroactive microorganisms.
- Evaluation of microbial electrochemical systems for energy recovery from industrial wastewater.
- Analyzing performance in terms of contaminant removal, resource recovery, energy consumption, and operational stability.
- Processing results, generating reports, and monitoring scientific-technical tasks.
- Drafting scientific documents (articles and technical reports).
- Assisting in proposal preparation for national and international funding.
- Participating in technical meetings and preparing presentations of results.
- Supporting additional research and communication activities.
How to Apply
Candidates must submit the following documentation:
- Curriculum Vitae (in Spanish or English) using IMDEA Agua’s required template.
- Personal cover letter (in Spanish or English), detailing motivation and qualifications.
- All relevant documentation to support their experience related to the offered profile.
Last Date to Apply
Applications must be submitted by July 2, 2026.
If you are passionate about research in microbial electrochemical technologies and want to contribute to sustainable water management, we encourage you to apply!
