PhD student - Nanobioelectronics and Biosensors Group

Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia, Spain

Updated: 2 months ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 08 Mar 2024

19 Feb 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia
Research Field

Chemistry
Physics
Other
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country

Spain
Application Deadline

8 Mar 2024 - 00:00 (Europe/Madrid)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

37,5
Offer Starting Date

15 Mar 2024
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Description of Group/Project: The Nanobioelectronics and Biosensors Nanobioelectronics and Biosensors Group at ICN2 is focused on the discovery and technological development of cutting-edge nanotechnology towards diagnostics, food and safety and environmental applications. The group exploits phenomena that occur at the nanoscale in order to generate simple and novel biosensing platforms. They hold a wide expertise in cells, pathogens, DNA, proteins and small molecules detection using both optical and electrochemical approaches.

The main objective of Merkoçi group is to design nanotech devices that can be used even by non professional people for fast diagnostic at home or doctor’s office, control of food quality, safety and security applications where either an emergency exists or an alternative method toward the sophisticated and expensive laboratory instrumentation is being required. 

 

Main Tasks and responsibilities:

The researcher will work in the framework of the european project "Supple Graphene Bio-Platform for point-of-care early detection and monitoring of Alzheimer’s Disease (2D-BioPAD)".

The candidate will spearhead the development of innovative electrochemical sensing devices leveraging graphene technology. In this role, she/he will be responsible for employing techniques such as laser scribing for precise graphene patterning, as well as inkjet and screen printing methods, . Additionally, will lead efforts working with apatamer based sensors, specifically in the development of DNA-based sensors using aptamers in graphene electrodes, optimizing fabrication parameters, and creating proof-of-concept sensing devices tailored for protein detection.


Requirements
Research Field
Chemistry
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field
Physics
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications
  • Education:

Master's Degree: A Master's degree in Material Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Biotechnology, or a related field. Proficiency in wet lab techniques is essential.

  • Knowledge:

High proficiency in English is mandatory.

  • Professional Experience:  

Previous experience in designing and applying electrochemical biosensors is highly desirable. Knowledge of electrochemical techniques and bioreceptors, along with their application in biosensors, is a significant advantage.

  • Personal Competences:

Time Management: Ability to work effectively within deadlines.

Creativity and Proactivity: Demonstrated capacity for creativity and proactivity in generating research ideas and conducting activities.

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Collaboration: Ability to collaborate effectively within a research group, including coordination with international teams.


Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Internal Application form(s) needed
CAll_PhD Student.pdf
English
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Additional Information
Benefits

Summary of conditions:

 

  • Full time work (37,5h/week)
  • Contract Length: until end of project at 30/09/2027
  • Location: Bellaterra (Barcelona)
  • Salary will depend on qualifications and demonstrated experience.
  • Support to the relocation issues.
  • Life Insurance.

Estimated Incorporation date: March 2024


Selection process

How to apply:

All applications must be made via the ICN2 website https://jobs.icn2.cat/job-openings/605/phd-student and include the following:

  • A cover letter.
  • A full CV including contact details.
  • 2 Reference letters or referee contacts.

    • Deadline for applications: 8 March 2024


    Additional comments

    Equal opportunities:

    ICN2 is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion of people with disabilities.

    ICN2 is following the procedure for contract of people with disabilities according with article 59 of the Royal Decree 1/2015, of 30 of October.


    Website for additional job details

    https://jobs.icn2.cat/job-openings/605/phd-student

    Work Location(s)
    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    ICN2
    Country
    Spain
    State/Province
    Barcelona
    City
    Cerdanyola del Valles
    Geofield


    Where to apply
    Website

    https://jobs.icn2.cat/job-openings/605/phd-student

    Contact
    State/Province

    None
    City

    Bellaterra
    Website

    http://icn2.cat/en/
    Street

    Campus UAB, Bellaterra (Barcelona)
    Postal Code

    08193

    STATUS: EXPIRED

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