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The Structured Research Center of Light and Matter (Lumes) At the University of Salamanca, established and financed by the Regional Government of Castilla y León, it seeks to hire a junior researcher from January 2026. candidates who are willing To get a doctorate after they are preferred.

Responsibilities:

experimental support for Quantum Materials and Devices Laboratory (QMADE)

research project:

• Manufacture of quantum materials and nanodevices of two dimensions
  (2d) Crystals.
• Electrical and optoelectronic characterization of devices manufactured at different temperatures (from room temperature up to 10 mK) at different frequencies (infrared, visible, etc.).
• Documentation of the progress made through reports.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree related to the field.
• a CV (maximum 4 page PDF document) and a motivation letter (maximum 2 page PDF document)

CONDITIONS:

Full-time position (37.5 hours per week)
Gross salary: €1920 per month
Contract duration: 11 months
Start Date: January 7, 2026
Place of work: University of Salamanca, Lumes Research Center, Qmade Laboratory

Application deadline: November 15, 2025.

Submission of application and documentation: Click here

Contact: qmade@usal.es

This position is funded by the CNS 2024 and FEDER 2021-2027 funds (Excellence Ladder CLU-2023-1-02).

The Unit of Light and Structured Matter (Lume) At the University of Salamanca, established and financed by the Regional Government of Castilla y León, it seeks to hire a of one year Pre-doctor researcher and one-year postdoctoral researcher.

We are looking for two highly motivated candidates interested in joining one of Lumes’ seven lines of research.

Requirements:

• For the pre-doctoral position: Have a bachelor’s degree and a field-related master’s degree. 
• For the postdoctoral position: Have a doctorate related to the field.
• A CV and a Motivation letter indicating the projects/research lines of interest (PDF document of maximum 4 pages, which must be loaded at the time of the request).

terms:

• Full-time position (37.5 hours per week).
• Working hours: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (flexible).
• Collaborative work environment, supporting theoretical and experimental research tasks in a newly created research unit.
• Gross salary: €20,000 to €25,000 per year, depending on the type of contract. 
• Contract duration: one year.
• Start date: November 1, 2025.
• Place of work: University of Salamanca, Lumes Research Unit, Historic Campus.
• Application deadline: September 12, 2025.

The Ministry of Education of the Junta de Castilla y León The deadline to apply for aid aimed at hiring research support staff at the public universities of Castilla y León for young people included in Lumbar National Youth Guarantee System, co-financed by the European Union. Among the places available, our square stands out. Support Technician for the Unit of Excellence in Structured Light and Matter (LUMES), at the University of Salamanca.

Lumes brings together approximately 50 researchers who work in avant-garde areas such as optics, photonics, materials science and magnetism, affiliated with the University of Salamanca and the Pulsed Laser Center.

The main task of the contracted person will be to give Porte Informatica to the scientific staff of Lumes. The support technician would be in charge of implementing programs to manage automation and control programs for experimental devices and data acquisition in two of the Lumes laboratories: Laser Laboratory your Quantum Materials Laboratory (QMADE), of the management and maintenance of computer equipment, including the Lumes Advanced Computing Cluster and of giving general computer support to the unit, working closely with its research staff. 

formalities 

• Be registered in the file of the National Youth Guarantee System. You can sign up by doing Click on. 
• Be registered in a municipality of Castilla y León, on the date of publication of the call and at least continuously during the six months prior to it.
• not be involved in any of the prohibitions that in order to obtain the condition of beneficiary that are included in article 13 of Law 38/2003, of November 17, General of Subsidies. 
• not enjoying or disguising a similar contract as of a later date. 
• be in possession of at least one of the following titles:
• • Degree in Computer Engineering 
  • Degree in Industrial Engineering
  • Degree in Electronic, Industrial and Automatic Engineering
  • Degree in Mechatronics Engineering
  • Degree in Telecommunications Technology Engineering
  • Degree in Materials Engineering
  • Degree in Physics
  • Degree in Mathematics

Description of the main tasks to perform:

• development of  Programs that permit integration and control of experimental devices (lasers, motors, detectors…) in some software that allows their automation (LabView, based on Python or other suitable language). 
• Development of programs that allowed the operation and monitoring of laser systems. 
• Control of environmental conditions of the laser laboratory remotely. 
• Give general computer support to the LUMES unit, which includes the management and maintenance of computer equipment from both laboratories and the ALF-USAL group’s computer cluster.
• Other tasks associated with the operation of the laboratories: writing user manuals, inventory control, management of usage/maintenance calendars, user account management. 
• 3D design of parts for experimental assembly for subsequent manufacture (depending on the degree and/or experience). 

 Contract duration: a maximum of 2 years.

 Application deadline: until June 26, 2025.

 Detailed information of the call: TE-2025 Recruitment of technical personnel – Education Portal of the Junta de Castilla y León 

 Registration: Application form

For any questions about the call, you can contact the email serv.agi@usal.es, ext. 4777

 Contact Lumes: lumes@usal.es

The University of Salamanca (USAL) welcomes applications for a 2-year postdoctoral position, as of September 2025. The position is part of the Chirotronics project, “Anticually quantum electronics control of quantum materials Delgados”, funded by the European Research Council (ERC), Grant Agreement No. 101039754.

Application deadline: May 20, 2025

research environment and equipment

The postdoctoral researcher will join the Laboratory of Materials and Quantum Devices (QMADE) (https://qmade.usal.es/) in USAL, headed by Dr. José Caridad.

We are a dynamic and interdisciplinary experimental team that combines Advanced nanofabrication techniques, low noise transport and spectroscopy Discover exotic electronic phenomena in quantum materials.

We are part of Lumes, the center of excellence in light and structured matter at the University of Salamanca (https://lumes.usal.es/es/home/)

About the project

Chirotronics is an ERC-funded project that investigates intriguing chiral responses in atomically thin quantum materials. These exotic phenomena are promising for applications in quantum technologies, optoelectronics and biodetection.

In this position, The successful candidate will explore the chiral optoelectronic properties of new 2D materials and heterostructures at different temperatures (up to Mk), and with/without the presence of an external magnetic field.

their main responsibilities

• Latest generation 2D heterostructure design and manufacture using precise stacking and alignment techniques
• Carry out electrical and optoelectronic measurements of low noise, at cryogenic temperatures and under the presence of external magnetic fields.
• Collaborate within a dynamic and interdisciplinary team of physicists, engineers and material scientists.
• Develop your own research ideas while advising master’s and doctoral students.
• Contribute to high impact publications and international collaborations. 

requirement

• PhD in Physics, Materials Science or Engineering Degree.
• Solid experience in Van der Waals heterostructures and 2D material manufacturing.
• Expert in electrical/optoelectronic characterization of nanomaterials.
• Experience in cryogenesis and/or dilution refrigerators is a great advantage
• Fluent English (min B2).
• a solid scientific history in relation to the professional stage. 

what we offer

• 2-year contract, full-time contract (37.5 hours/week)
• Gross salary: 2500 EUR/month.
• Work in an international environment and contribute to a high-impact ERC project.
• Location: University of Salamanca, one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe, in a beautiful and affordable city in the west of Spain.
• Expected Start Date: September/October 2025

How to apply 

Application deadline: May 20, 2025

Send the following information to Dr. José Caridad in qmade@usal.es:

• A cover letter detailing your motivation and fit for the position
• Your CV (max. 4 pages)
• Contact details of two referees who can provide letters of recommendation

To more information, contact Dr. José Caridad at qmade@usal.es

The Structured light and matter unit (lumes) in the University of Salamanca, recently established and funded by the Regional Government of Castilla y León, seek to hire a Expert in scientific communication and dissemination.

We are looking for a Highly motivated professional interested in being part of a long-term project, leading the communication and dissemination efforts of a research center with a solid future. The selected candidate will work closely with the ~50 researchers In LumesTo strengthen the connection between research and society and ensure visibility of Lumes’ achievements. This is a key position As we advance the lumrios towards the achievement of the Maria de Maeztu distinction of national excellence.

Lumes gathers About 50 researchers from the University of Salamanca and the Pulsed laser center, working in avant-garde fields such as Optics, photonics, materials science and magnetism.

For more information on Lumes and its activities, visit the unit website: https://lumes.usal.es/es/homeOr explore some of the research groups that form Lume:

• https://qmade.usal.es/
• https://laser.usal.es/alf/es/inicio/
• https://diarium.usal.es/sinamag/
• https://www.clpu.es/

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage internal and external communication For Lumen, ensuring an adequate dissemination of objectives, activities and results.
• develop a communication strategy by Lumen.
• Type in Press Releases, Summaries of Articles and Other Disclosure Materials.
• maintain and manage Lumes website and social networks.
• Organize events (series, conferences and summer schools) to promote scientific exchange and talent development.
• design and execute popular science activities for various audiences.
• Provide Bibliometric support They provide researchers to improve the dissemination of their results both in the scientific field and in the public.
• Create Graphic and audiovisual content to maximize the impact of communication.
• Collaborate with Local, national and international media To ensure the visibility of the lumes.
• Prepare Impact reports in communication and dissemination activities.

requirement

• Degree of Higher Education.
• Minimum level b2 in english, certified by chest.

Preferred qualifications

• previous experience in science communication and scope.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in fields related to Communication and journalism o Areas relevant to the lumes (Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry).
• COMPETITION IN Digital and communication tools (Social network management, web design, graphic design, video editing, etc.).
• ability to Collaborate with researchers and communicators.
• Additional languages and command of English above B2, certified by ACLES.

terms

• full-time position.
• flexible schedule.
• Possibility of partial remote work, subject to contract contract.
• Collaborative work environment, leading the communication and dissemination activities of a newly established research center.
• Wage: 2,100 €/month (gross), 12 monthly payments.
• Contract duration: 3 years and 9 months.
• Start date: April 1, 2025.
• Workplace: University of Salamanca, Lumes Research Unit, Historic Campus.
• Application deadline: March 5, 2025.

Submission of application and documentation:
https://sede.usal.es/tablon/anuncio/8573/

Contact: lumes@usal.es

This position is funded by FEDER 2021-2027 funds (Excellence Ladder CLU-2023-1-02).

The Unit of Light and Structured Matter (Lume) in the University of Salamanca, recently established and funded by the Regional Government of Castilla y Leónis looking to hire a Administrative administrator. We are looking for a highly motivated professional to be part of a long-term project, managing the essential administrative tasks necessary for the proper functioning of the unit. This function is crucial to support the Lumes in achieving the Maria de Maeztu National Excellence recognition.

Lumes gathers approximately 50 researchers working in avant-garde areas such as Optics, photonics, materials science and magnetism, affiliated with the University of Salamanca and the Pulsed Laser Center (CLPU).

For more information on Lumes and its activities, visit the unit website: https://lumes.usal.es/es/homeOr explore the pages of some of your research groups:

• https://qmade.usal.es/
• https://laser.usal.es/alf/es/inicio/
• https://diarium.usal.es/sinamag/
• https://www.clpu.es/

You can also check the recent news about creating Lumes:
https://saladprensa.usal.es/node/138563

Responsibilities:

 Processing and management of expenses related to research projects within the Lumes unit.
 Management of the procurement and bidding processes in accordance with current regulations.
 Management and processing of travel arrangements for Lumes researchers.
 Supervision of the budget of the LUMES unit.
 Preparation of financial and administrative reports.
 Support for the management of contracts and agreements related to Lumes projects.
 Communication and coordination with financing agencies and collaborating institutions.
 Provide administrative support and guidance to LUMES researchers.

Requirements:

• higher education degree.
• Minimum level of English B2, certified by ACLES.

Preferred qualifications:

 previous experience in administration in research centers or academic institutions.
 Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in relevant fields such as Business Administration, Economy, Public Administration, or disciplines related to the research areas of LUMES (Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry).
 knowledge of Public procurement regulations, purchase processes and management of subsidies.
 Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
 work capacity collaboratively with investigators and other administrative officers.
 Additional languages and a English level above B2 (ACCLES certificate) will be assessed.

CONDITIONS:

 full-time position with flexible schedule and Partial remote work option, subject to contract contract.
 collaborative work environment, supporting the administrative management of a Recently established unit/research center.
 SALARY: €2,100/month gross, 12 monthly payments.
 Contract duration: 3 years and 9 months.
 Start date: April 1, 2025.
 PLACE OF WORK: University of Salamanca, LUMES Research Unit (Historical Campus).
 Deadline to submit applications: March 13, 2025.

Application & Contact information:

 Application link and sending documents: https://sede.usal.es/tablon/anuncio/8596/
 Contact email: lumes@usal.es

This position is financed by ERDF 2021-2027 funds (Ladder of Excellence CLU-2023-1-02).