Research Support Technician - NanoBiosensors and Bioanalytical Applications

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 behaviour of matter at the nanoscale. ICN2 has been awarded with the Severo Ochoa Center of Excellence distinction for three consecutive periods (2014-2018 and 2018-2022 and 2023-2026). 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: NanoBiosensors and Bioanalytical Applications Group

Description of Group/Project:

NanoB2A group focuses on the development of novel nanobiosensor devices based on plasmonics, nanoplasmonics and silicon-based photonics principles, including surface biofunctionalization, microfluidics for automatic fluid delivery and complete lab-on-a-chip integration for point-of-care devices. The application and technology transfer of the nanobiosensor devices for clinical diagnostics and environmental control is one of the Group's main objectives. The job is framed within a recently granted national  Proof-of-Concept project (PDC2023-145891-I00) entitled "Integrated prototype of a nanophotonic microchip biosensor for ultrasensitive multiplexed analysis of sexually transmitted infections (TYPLEX)". The job will be essentially related to the prototyping of an optical reader device and integrated microchip cartridges for the defined target clinical applications. If you are interested in joining to a young, dinamyc and highly multidisciplinary team, with a highly innovative research and technology transfer project, this could be your opportunity.

Main Tasks and responsibilities:

To develop and optimize the biosensor analytical performances. This includes design and assessment of surface chemistry and biofunctionalization strategies, evaluation of assay conditions, and validation with clinical samples.

Requirements:

• Education: Degree in chemistry, biochemistry. Master in biology, biochemistry or similar.
• Knowledge and Professional Experience:  

Background in biosensors, preferably with demonstrated experience in photonic sensors.. 

Experience in surface chemistry and sensor functionalization, especially for silicon-based surfaces.

Experience in genomic biosensor assay development (DNA, RNA) and infection diagnosis will be positively considered.

Excellent level of English (Fluent in writing and speaking) is required.

Highly motivated, enthusiastic, proactive and responsible. Good communication and organization skills.

Summary of conditions:

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

Estimated Incorporation date: October 2024

Este contrato es parte del/de la proyecto de I+D+i / ayuda PDC2023-145891-I00, financiado/a por por MCIU/AEI /10.13039/501100011033/ y por la "Unión Europea NextGenerationEU/PRTR".

How to apply:

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

Deadline for applications: 15th August 2024

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.