Madrid Salud - Grants for research in pollutants and psychotropic substances

Research grant at Madrid's Public Health Laboratory

You will receive 1,100 EUR per month (gross) for 12 months in a row, making a total of 13,200 EUR. The scholarship is awarded by ‘Madrid Salud’, the public health authority of the City of Madrid. It will enable you to carry out research at the Public Health Laboratory (Laboratorio de Salud Pública) in Madrid. You will identify psychotropic and narcotic substances in samples seized by the Madrid City Police. You will also develop analytical methods in accordance with the ISO 17025 quality standard. The scholarship does not constitute an employment contract, and you may not undertake any other paid work or receive another scholarship at the same time.

Who can apply

• Degree: You hold a Bachelor's degree (Grado), Licenciatura, Ingenieria or Doctorate.
• Field of study: You have a degree in pharmacy, chemistry or another science subject.
• Nationality: Any nationality can apply.
• Where you work: You do the research on site at the laboratory in Madrid, Spain.
• Useful background: Experience in the identification of narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances, as well as in laboratory quality management, is an advantage, as is a compelling research project with societal relevance.

How to apply

Apply online by 19 December via the City of Madrid’s electronic portal at sede.madrid.es. Submit a certificate, a CV and a research proposal of no more than 5 pages. A panel will assess the applications on a scale of 10 points, based on your academic background, relevant laboratory experience and the quality of your project.