Organisation/Company: UNIVERSIDAD CATÓLICA DE MURCIA - FUNDACIÓN UNIVERSITARIA SAN ANTONIO DE MURCIA
Research Field: Chemistry » Applied chemistry
Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)
Positions: Master Positions
Country: Spain
Application Deadline: 1 Aug 2025 - 00:00 (Europe/Madrid)
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe - ERC
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
The UCAM-SENS unit is seeking a PhD student to join the European Project IRHIS (Interoperable Remote Health Innovation brought to Scale).
About UCAM-SENS
UCAM-SENS is a leading research unit dedicated to digital transformation in healthcare, sports, food, and environmental monitoring through advanced (bio)chemical sensing, combining electrochemistry and imaging technologies. Led by Prof. María Cuartero (ERC Fellow) and Prof. Gaston Crespo, UCAM-SENS fosters cutting-edge research, education, innovation, and industrial partnerships, ensuring a real-world impact on society. The unit operates within HiTech, a research incubator and accelerator that promotes a multicultural and multidisciplinary research environment.
PhD Research Focus
The selected PhD student will contribute to IRHIS, a large-scale European project with 20 partners, including top researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders in remote healthcare and AI-driven innovation.
Eligibility Criteria
Required Qualifications
- M.Sc. degree in Chemistry, Engineering Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, or related fields.
- Proven experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Fluent English proficiency (B2/C1 level or higher).
General Skills
We are looking for candidates who can:
What We Offer
- PhD degree (3-4 years) in an international, high-impact research environment.
- Close supervision by Prof. Cuartero (ERC Fellow) and Prof. Crespo, leading experts with:
Relocation and settling support in Murcia, Spain.
A unique academic environment at UCAM, located in Murcia’s 18th-century Jerónimos Monastery, a National Monument.
Life in Murcia – A Mediterranean city offering sunny weather, stunning beaches (Costa Cálida), mountains, and rich cultural heritage.
Expected start date: September 2025
How to Apply
Submit your application via the UCAM recruitment system before the deadline (midnight, CET/CEST).
Application Requirements
Join us and be part of a cutting-edge project shaping the future of remote healthcare!
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