Specialist researcher in colorimetric and electrochemical biosensors
Specialist researcher in colorimetric and electrochemical biosensors
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EURECAT
Eurecat is the second Research & Technology Organisation in Spain and one of the largest applied research and technology transfer organisation in Southern
Europe. It brings together the experience of more than 800 professionals who generate an annual turnover of 69 million euros and provides services to more than 2000 companies. Eurecat integrates advanced digital capabilities and experience in biotechnology industry and sustainability and collaborates with industry in RDI activities and projects offering advanced scientific and technological services and specialized knowledge to respond effectively to the technological needs of very different business sectors accelerating innovation reducing both risks and spendings on scientific and technological infrastructures. The technology center participates in more than 200 large national and international consortium projects of high strategic R&I has 230 patents and 10 spinoffs. Eurecat has eleven centers in Catalonia and presence in Madrid Malaga and Chile.
Job description
TheFunctional Printing & Embedded Devices Unitdevelops innovative solutions based on functional materials and devices.
This Unit has the knowledge and experience to contribute from research concepts to prototyping and manufacturing. The Unit can cover the entire TRL chain from the conceptualization of the idea to prototype validation including design proof of concept material analysis processes prototyping and characterization.
The specialization areas of the Unit include the formulation of functional inks printing and coating processes for lightweight and flexible devices their characterization and in terms of electronics the design development and manufacturing of conventional PCB electronics and hybrid electronics.
The team is looking of a specialist researcher to support the research line on printed sensors for health and environmental monitoring applications.
Some of the projects deal with:
- Development and validation of a PoC (Point of Care) device for measuring clinical severity biomarkers.
- Development of an electrochemical and multiplexed biosensor at the point of care for the quantitative detection of diagnostic biomarkers.
- Development of chemical and biochemical sensor for environmental applications.
- Development of medical devices that integrate biosensors into skin patches to contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in the field of health.
The candidate will work in the development of sensors and biosensors based on printed electronics with application in flexible devices and integration into miniaturized fluidic systems.
The tasks include:
- Study of stateoftheart technologies.
- Manipulation of biological samples.
- Design and fabrication of monitoring platforms based on printed sensors combined with microfluidics chips.
- Surface functionalization with different biorecognition strategies.
- Prepare experimental procedures.
- Physicochemical characterization of materials (electrical optical morphological characterization techniques etc..
- Analysis and presentation of results.
- Preparation of technical reports.
The candidate will join a dynamic and multicultural work environment with a focus on generating value for clients and using agile and innovative project management methodologies.
- Please note that the interviews for the selection process will begin in September.
Requirements
Educational Background: BSc Masters or PhD in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Chemistry Biology Biochemistry Materials Science or a related field.
Experience:
- Essential experience in at least one subject of chemistry and biochemistry or similar.
- Highly valued any experience in the development and characterization of sensors (optical electrochemical etc. particularly in biosensors.
- Highly valued knowledge in printing techniques and surface treatment.
- Highly valued experience in immunochromatography systems for the development of lateral flow devices.
Skills:
- Proactivity ability to learn new laboratory techniques.
- Independent researcher with the capacity to critically analyze results.
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
- High level of motivation and interest.
- Collaborative attitude and strong communication skills
Languages:
- High level of English
- High level of Spanish
WHAT CAN EURECAT OFFER YOU
- Permanent contract.
- Hybrid work (home office/ work in the office).
- Flexible Schedule.
- Shorter workday on Friday and Summer Schedule.
- Flexible remuneration package (health insurance transport lunch studies training and kindergarten).
- Eurecat employees can join the Eurecat Academy courses.
- Language courses (English Catalan and Spanish).
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
