Research Collaborator - X-Ray spectroscopy at the X-Rays for inorganic biochemistry laboratory (Open)

The Donostia International Physics Center DIPC is currently accepting applications for a postdoc position to develop strategies to extend the use of Anomalous Small Angle X-ray Scattering (ASAXS) from liquid environments to 2D solid by implementing spatially resolved scanning strategies during the acquisition.

Ultimately, this is aimed to acquire spatially resolved ASAXS from tissue samples or similar treated with Nanoparticles to determine ex vivo and in situ their location, and any changes in their structure, which is vital to maintain their targeting, therapeutic and diagnostic properties.

Previous experience in X-ray imaging or spectroscopy, X-ray or neutron scattering, are particularly welcome.

• Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with our pay scales
• Target start date: 2026/07/01

We provide a highly stimulating research environment, and unique professional career development opportunities.

We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.

The successful candidate will work with Dr. Carlos Sanchez-Cano at the X-rays for Inorganic Biochemistry Laboratory (XIBL) of the DIPC.

The research interests of the XIBL centre in understanding the behaviour of metallic devices in biological systems, for which the group employs spectroscopy and imaging synchrotron-based techniques.

In particular, the group have used before synchrotron-based energy dependent ASAXS to obtain a comprehensive model of the structure of the different components of metal Nanoparticles in in aqueous and complex biological model fluids (https://doi.org/10.1002/smll.202504135).

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV and a brief statement of interest to the following application email below. 

Reference letters are welcome but not indispensable.

The reference of the specific opening to which the candidate is applying should be stated in the subject line, and the application must be received before the application deadline.

Although candidates are welcome to contact the project supervisors to know further details about the proposed research activity, please be aware that the application will be evaluated only if it is submitted directly to the email address listed below as application email.

• Reference: 2026/16
• Application deadline: 2026/04/21
• Application email: jobs.research@dipc.org

Applications received by the deadline will be evaluated by a Committee designed by the DIPC board on the basis of the following criteria:

• CV of the candidate (40%)
• Adequacy of the candidate’s scientific background to the project (40%)
• Reference letters (10%)
• Other: Diversity in gender, race, nationality, etc. (10%)

Evaluation results will be communicated to the candidates soon after. Positions will only be filled if qualified candidates are found.

The DIPC may revoke its decision if the candidate fails to join by the appointed time, in which case the position will be awarded to the candidate with the next highest score, provided it is above 50 (out of 100).

However, the selected candidate may keep the position if, in the opinion of the Selection Committee, the candidate duly justifies the reasons why he or she cannot join before the specified deadline, and as long as the project allows it.