If you’re an ambitious early-career researcher with a passion for food science, health, and sustainability, here’s your golden ticket: The Institute of Food Science Research (CIAL) in Spain is inviting Expressions of Interest for the 2025 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships.
This is more than just a research opportunity — it’s your chance to become part of a globally renowned institute driving next-gen food innovations at the intersection of nutrition, microbiomics, biotechnology, and public health.
Why CIAL?
Nestled in Madrid and co-governed by the Higher Council of Scientific Research (CSIC) and the Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM), CIAL is a powerhouse of interdisciplinary research in food science. With three specialized departments—Food Bioactivity and Analysis, Food Biotechnology and Microbiology, and Novel Foods—the institute pioneers integrative research using advanced tools like metabolomics, proteomics, and genomics.
And yes, you’ll be working alongside internationally celebrated scientists, including recipients of prestigious European Research Council (ERC) grants and seasoned Horizon Europe contributors.
Thematic Areas Open for MSCA 2025 Proposals
CIAL is inviting talented researchers to submit project ideas aligned with the following groundbreaking fields:
- Functional Foods and Bioactive Compounds
- Foodomics: Proteomics and Metabolomics
- Sustainable Food Production and Circular Bioeconomy
- Food Safety Assessment and Microbiology
- Nutrition, Microbiota, and Health Interfaces
Whether you’re looking to crack the code of gut-brain health, redefine food safety, or revolutionize sustainable food chains — this is where your bold ideas can thrive.
What’s in It for You?
Joining CIAL through the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships means:
- Access to cutting-edge infrastructure and research platforms
- Immersion in a vibrant international scientific community
- Guidance from world-class mentors with an impressive record of EU-funded projects
- A stepping stone into long-term European research careers
- A real opportunity to make global impact in the food-health nexus.
Don’t wait. Prepare your proposal and send your expression of interest before June 30, 2025.