Postdoctoral researcher in materials for optoelectronics and biosensing

Updated: 14 days ago
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 30 May 2024

16 Apr 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

UNIVERSITAT POLITÈCNICA DE VALÈNCIA
Department

Instituto Interuniversitario de Investigación de Reconocimiento Molecular y Desarrollo Tecnológico (IDM)
Research Field

Chemistry
Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Country

Spain
Application Deadline

30 May 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Full-time
Hours Per Week

37,5
Offer Starting Date

1 Sep 2024
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

European Union / Next Generation EU
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Description of Group/Project:

The SYM group is focused on designing and implementing new biosensing schemes and strategies to simplify chemical and biochemical analysis. The group experience and accumulated know-how cover from the conceptual design to the fabrication of integrated (bio)analytical instrumentation for selected applications.

The job is framed within a recent European project entitled Ultra-sound and Graphene FET-enhanced wearable Sensing (Ultrasense). It aims to set up a stretchable and multi-sensing biosensor as a wearable tool for continuous assessment of obesity-related biomarkers, fostering sustainable weight management. The job will be essentially related to implementing the electrochemical platform developed for the defined target bioapplications, especially focusing on the research line of biofunctionalization and immunoassay development.

 

Main Tasks and responsibilities:

The postdoctoral researcher will be involved in setting up graphene-based stretchable electrodes and screening the best receptors and assay format for the selected biomarkers. Specifically, the candidate will work on:

  • Chemical surface modification of graphene films and organic/inorganic nanoparticles and their characterization with advanced techniques.
  • Strategies for surface bioreceptor immobilization.
  • Fluorescence immunoassay methods (ELISA, microarrays)
  • Implementation of the developed platforms in a wearable, stretchable biosensor
  • Written research reports and manuscript

Summary of conditions:

  • Full-time work (37,5h/week)
  • Contract Length: Temporary (until September 2027)
  • Location: Universitat Politècnica de València (Valencia)
  • Salary will depend on qualifications and demonstrated experience.

 


Requirements
Research Field
Chemistry
Education Level
PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Competencies

Candidates must be able to work independently and should have excellent laboratory skills. Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken), proactivity, teamwork, and strong communication skills are essential.


Specific Requirements

Education

 We are looking for candidates within the field(s) of chemistry, materials science, and biochemistry.

Professional Experience

Preferred qualifications include relevant work experience in surface chemistry and manipulation of graphene materials. Experience in the organic synthesis/chemical modification of small biomolecules or the construction/characterization of biomolecular assemblies is a valuable asset. Good spoken and written English are also required to formulate research reports and manuscripts.


Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Additional Information
Selection process

How to apply:

Researchers interested in applying are invited to provide the following to [email protected] and [email protected]  by 30 May 2024:

  • A cover letter (optional).
  • Two most relevant scientific publications
  • A full CV including contact details.

  • Website for additional job details

    https://www.uv.es/uvweb/institut-interuniversitari-investigacio-reconeixement-m…

    Work Location(s)
    Number of offers available
    1
    Company/Institute
    Instituto de Reconocimiento Molecular y Desarrollo Tecnológico
    Country
    Spain
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    Where to apply
    E-mail

    [email protected]

    Contact
    State/Province

    Valencia
    City

    Valencia
    Website

    https://www.upv.es/

    STATUS: EXPIRED

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