We are seeking for a highly motivated PhD candidate to join the Polymers group at CiQUS and carry out a doctoral thesis in collaboration with the DITAPREIN (Biotechnology for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases) group, focused on the evaluation of the biodegradability of new bioplastics made from bacteria, based on polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs), isolating microorganisms and enzymes that allow their depolymerization and recycling. If you're passionate about science with real-world impact and want to be part of a dynamic, international team shaping a cleaner future, we’d love to hear from you.
The investigation is part of our activity within the Horizon Europe EU funded project BIO-INTELLIGENT MANUFACTURING OF MULTIFUNCTIONAL BIO-BASED POLYMER SYSTEMS (BIOMAPS), also in connection with a Horizon MSCA SE project A multidisciplinary and circular approach towards the development of innovative, SAFE-by-design, (bio) degRadable multifunctional COATings (SAFERCOAT)
DESCRIPTION
Research topic: polymer characterization, biodegradation, recycling.
Research Center: CiQUS (www.usc.es/ciqus/en), University of Santiago de Compostela (Spain).
Research Supervisors: Massimo Lazzari and a DITAPREIN group member
STARTING DATE
January 2026 (starting date could be flexible)
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) of at least 300 ECTS credits European Credit Transfer System, or less than 300 ECTS with a university master's degree, in Chemistry, Materials Science, Nanoscience or related topic.
Candidates must meet the requirements for admission to a doctoral program in the 2025/2026 academic year (at USC, Doctoral Programme in Chemical Science and Technology or Materials Science).
Previous experience in macromolecular chemistry or polymer science is appreciated.
FURTHER INFORMATION
https://investigacion.usc.gal/investigadores/59381/detalle
APPLICATION
Applications should be sent to massimo.lazzari [at] usc.es, including a CV, academic record, and the name and e-mail of at least one contacting professor or researcher that might provide a recommendation letter. Please include “Predoc_LazzariGroup_YourSurname” in the subject line of the email.
DEADLINE
November 2025
