Research Support Technician - Magnetic Nanostructures Group

The mission of the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2) is to achieve the highest level of scientific and technological excellence in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. Its research lines focus on the newly-discovered physical and chemical properties that arise from the behavior of matter at the nanoscale. ICN2 has been awarded with the Severo Ochoa Center of Excellence distinction for two consecutive periods (2014-2018 and 2018-2022). ICN2 comprises 19 Research Groups, 7 Technical Development and Support Units and Facilities, and 2 Research Platforms, covering different areas of nanoscience and nanotechnology.

Job Title: Research Support Technician

Research area or group: Magnetic Nanostructures Group

Description of Group/Project:

The ICN2 Magnetic Nanostructures Group aims to understand and improve the functional properties of diverse types of magnetic and magnetophotonic nanostructures (nanoparticles and thin films). The group combines lithography and chemical synthesis with structural, morphological, optical, colloidal and magnetic characterisation to investigate diverse basic aspects of exchange-coupled magnetic and magnetophotonic nanostructures. The final goal is the application of these nanostructures for advanced and externally controlled nanotherapies, contrast agents, environmental remediation and sensors. The group also pushes at the limits of microscopy, synchrotron and neutron techniques to develop novel approaches to studying nanoscale objects.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT:

The project "opto-magnetic nanostructures for wirelessly controlled nanotherapies" aims the development of novel nanomaterials and actuation devices to enable highly efficient wireless nanotherapeutic actuation and detection of the actuation strength in medical therapies.

Main Tasks and responsibilities:

Design and assembly of an alternating magnetic field generation system through tunable resonant circuits. Manufacture of an ultrasonic spray system for the fabrication of micro / nanocapsules.

Education, Experience, Knowledge and Competences required:

Professional studies in automatic and programmable systems

• Knowledge and Experience:

Experience in power electronics, magnetic field generation systems and photovoltaic devices.

Previous experience in the field of research

Knowledge of English will be positively valued.

Highly motivated person, enthusiastic, responsible and with team-working capacity

Summary of conditions:

• Full time work (37,5h/week)
• Contract Length: temporary
• Salary will depend on qualifications and demonstrated experience.
• Support to the relocation issues.
• Life Insurance.

Estimated Incorporation date: September 2021

How to apply:

All applications must be made via the ICN2 website and include the following:

Deadline for applications: 21st July 2021

Equal opportunities:

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