Summary
The TERRA-MED international doctoral programme is currently recruiting 33 doctoral researchers to address environmental and climate challenges in the Mediterranean territories. Co-funded by the European Union through the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA COFUND), the programme offers two specific PhD positions hosted at the Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) in Spain, with international co-supervision and academic mobility in France.
Program Details
| Program Name | TERRA-MED Predoctoral Programme |
| Host Institution | Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ) |
| Designation | PhD Candidate / Predoctoral Researcher |
| Research Areas | Chemistry, Materials, Biotechnology, and Energy |
| Location | Tarragona, Spain (with mobility to France) |
| Application Deadline | December 31, 2026 |
Designation
Predoctoral Researcher / PhD Candidate
Research Areas
The overall programme addresses the Water–Land–Energy Nexus. Specifically, at ICIQ, the following research projects are available:
- ICIQ2 – Mo Speciation in Biological Systems: The MoSto Protein: Focusing on Theoretical and computational chemistry and physical chemistry of biological systems.
- ICIQ3 – Understanding the keys to efficiency in mechanochemistry: Focusing on Organic synthesis, Green chemistry, and Density functional theory.
- UT14 – Study of the impact of intermittent electricity generation on water electrolyzers: (Co-hosted position) Focusing on Electrical engineering and Electrochemistry.
Location
The primary host institution is ICIQ in Tarragona, Spain. However, the positions involve international mobility and co-supervision with partner institutions in France, including the University of Toulouse and the University of Montpellier.
Eligibility/Qualification
To be eligible for these positions, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Must be in possession of a Master’s degree or equivalent by the call deadline.
- Must comply with the MSCA mobility rules.
- Open to all nationalities, regardless of gender, age, or disability.
- Background in Theoretical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Organic Synthesis, or Electrical Engineering depending on the specific project.
Scholarship Description
The TERRA-MED programme provides a comprehensive support package for doctoral researchers, including:
- Full-time employment contract for the duration of the PhD.
- International co-supervision and mandatory academic mobility.
- Collaboration with both academic and non-academic partners.
- Access to world-class research facilities and expertise.
- Dedicated training and career development opportunities.
- Research environment contributing to Mediterranean sustainability and climate resilience.
How to Apply
Applications are managed through the TERRA-MED central portal. Candidates must submit the following documents:
- Narrative CV: Detailing personal information, education, research activities, and professional experience.
- Cover Letter: Responding to motivation statement questions directly on the portal.
- Understanding of Research Project: A statement demonstrating the candidate’s grasp of the chosen thesis topic.
- Academic Certificates: Copies of degrees and academic transcripts.
Last Date for Apply
The deadline for applications is December 31, 2026 (12:00 pm European/Paris time).
Apply Link
Interested candidates can apply through the official TERRA-MED application portal: Apply Here
