Postdoctoral Researcher

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Job Title: Postdoctoral Researcher Department: NanoBiosensors and Bioanalytical Applications Description of Group/Project: The 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 of the nanobiosensor devices in real clinical diagnostics and environmental control is one of the Group's main objectives.
The Postdoc position is framed within the SENTINEL PID Project titled "Design and implementation of a novel portable, multispot nanoplasmonic biosensor for the diagnosis of opportunistic fungal infections" funded by MCIU/AEI/ **/**/ FEDER, UE, and led by Dr. M.
-Carmen Estevez.
The candidate will participate in the different processes towards developing a novel plasmonic biosensor configuration including plasmonic chip preparation and nanostructures fabrication, optical characterization and integration, microfluidics design and fabrication for biosensing measurements, and final prototype evaluation.
The candidate will be also involved in biosensing measurements to demonstrate the biosensor performance for the target clinical application.
If you are interested in joining a young, dynamic and highly multidisciplinary team, with a highly innovative research project, this could be your opportunity.
Main Tasks and responsibilities: The candidate will be involved in all the steps in the development of a multiplexed optical label-free biosensor for its implementation in clinical diagnostics.
The main tasks will include the design, fabrication and characterization of metallic nanostructures; the development and optimization of optical setups; and the design and integration of compatible microfluidics.
The candidate will also contribute to the integration of optical, electronic and software components into a functional biosensing prototype, and its experimental validation.
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Related tasks will also include: data analysis and processing; preparation of regular reports and presentations; and writing scientific publications.
Requirements: · Education: PhD Degree in Physics, Engineering or related or related areas.
Specialized in optics, in particular, plasmonics.
· Knowledge: Strong background in nanofabrication processes and plasmonics.
Demonstrated experience in optical sensing and optical biosensors.
Design of plasmonic chips and plasmonic nanostructures, optical setups design and engineering, and optical integration.
Knowledge of microfluidics will be positively considered.
Knowledge of Labview and Python.
Excellent level of English (Fluent in writing and speaking) is required.
· Professional Experience: Experience in software development will be highly valued.
· Personal Competences: Highly motivated, enthusiastic, proactive and responsible.
Good communication and organization skills.
Summary of conditions: Full time work (37,5h/week) Contract Length: until end of project, December ** Location: Bellaterra (Barcelona) Salary will depend on qualifications and demonstrated experience.
Support to the relocation issues.
Life Insurance.
Estimated Incorporation date: 01/12/26 How to apply: All applications must be made via the ICN2 website and include the following: A cover letter.
A full CV including contact details.
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