Post Doc position in Development of microencapsulation technologies and anti-inflammatory therapies - (2400000L)

24 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

ISTITUTO ITALIANO DI TECNOLOGIA

Department

Human Resources and Organization Direction

Research Field

Pharmacological sciences » Other

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Italy

Application Deadline

9 Feb 2024 - 00:00 (Europe/Rome)

Type of Contract

Other

Job Status

Full-time

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

Commitment & contract: collaboration contract

Location: Genova

ABOUT US

At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarters are strictly interconnected with the other 11 centers around Italy and two outstations based in the US. We promote excellence in basic and applied research such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, nanotechnology, materials for a truly multidisciplinary scientific experience.

YOUR TEAM

The successful candidate will be part of the Polymers and Biomaterials research line, headed by Prof. Nicola Tirelli and located in Genova at the Centre for Convergent Technologies. The activity of the group is at the intersection between polymer and colloid chemistry, nanomaterials and drug delivery; this project fits in the latter area, aiming to develop new technologies for the delivery of active compounds.

 In particular, the work programme for this project aims

a) to further the development of microencapsulation technologies where fungal (yeast) cells are used as containers;

b) to produce new polymeric materials and/or bioconjugates for anti-infammatory therapies;

c) to develop new analytical techniques for biomaterial characterization. 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Undergraduate degree in a pharmaceutical discipline. 
• PhD in drug delivery, or in a cognate discipline.
• Experience in physico-chemical characterization of nanomaterials via static and dynamic light scattering, and via field flow fractionation.
• Experience in the use of rheological and mechanical characterization techniques.
• Experience in mammalian or fungal cell culture and standard cell biology techniques.        
• Excellent command of spoken and written English 

DESIDERABLE CRITERIA: 

• Experience in the use of bioconjugation reactions.
• Experience in the use of polysaccharides for drug delivery.
• Experience in the use of advanced microscopy techniques.
• Experience in the use of biological inflammatory models. 

 COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary package for international standards 
• Private health care coverage (depending on your role and contract)
• Wide range of staff discounts
• Candidates from abroad or Italian citizens who permanently work abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

 

• An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us!
• We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs! 
• If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you! There’s a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation! 
• If you are a start upper or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide your attitude and aspirations.
• If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society!
• We stick to our values! Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in! They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission!
• If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply!

Please submit your application using the online form and including a cover letter outlining experience and qualifications for the position, CV and names of 2 referees.

Application’s deadline:  9th February, 2024.

We inform you that the information you provide will be used solely for the purposes of evaluating and selecting professional profiles in order to meet the requirements of Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia.

Your data will be processed by Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, based in Genoa, Via Morego 30, acting as Data Controller, in compliance with the rules on protection of personal data, including those related to data security.

Please also note that, pursuant to articles 15 et. seq. of European Regulation no. 679/2016 (General Data Protection Regulation), you may exercise your rights at any time by contacting the Data Protection Officer (phone Tel: +39 010 28961 - email: [email protected]  - kindly note that this e-mail address is exclusively reserved for handling data protection issues. Please, do not use this e-mail address to send any document and/or request of information about this opening).

Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, with its headquarters in Genoa, Italy, is a non-profit institution with the primary goal of creating and disseminating scientific knowledge and strengthening Italy's technological competitiveness. IIT's research endeavour focuses on high-tech and innovation, representing the forefront of technology with possible application from medicine to industry, computer science, robotics, life sciences and nanobiotechnologies.

Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks diversity in the workforce.

Please note that the data that you provide will be used exclusively for the purpose of  professional profiles’ evaluation and selection, and in order to meet the requirements of Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia.

Your data will be processed by Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, based in Genoa, Via Morego 30, acting as Data Controller, in compliance with the rules on protection of personal data, including those related to data security.

Please also note that, pursuant to articles 15 et. seq. of European Regulation no. 679/2016 (General Data Protection Regulation), you may exercise your rights at any time by contacting the Data Protection Officer (phone +39 010 71781 - email: dpo[at]iit.it)

Requirements

Research Field

Other

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

ISTITUTO ITALIANO DI TECNOLOGIA

Country

Italy

State/Province

Draft

City

GENOVA

Postal Code

16163

Street

VIA MOREGO 30

Where to apply

Website

https://iit.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=2400000L

Contact

State/Province

Draft

City

GENOVA

Website

https://www.iit.it/it/openings

Street

VIA MOREGO 30

Postal Code

16163

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED