Researcher (Diagnostic Nanotools (DINA))

Job title:

Researcher (Diagnostic Nanotools (DINA))

Company:

Vall d’Hebron Research Institute

Job description

Diagnostic Nanotools is a research group based at Vall d’Hebron Hospital (Barcelona, Spain). Our aim is to develop and validate novel detection strategies with diagnostic purposes ; ).We are looking for a Junior Postdoctoral Researcher to join a project funded by the La Caixa Foundation; CaixaResearch Health 2023). The candidate will support the Team in the development of paper-based electrochemical biosensors for malaria point-of-care diagnosis until end December 2025.Education and qualifications:Required:

• Degree in Nanotechnology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Biomedical Engineering or similar
• PhD awarded within the last 5 years
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken). Spanish proficiency will be a plus
• International experience will be positively considered

Desired:

• Strong publication record as the first author
• Technically skilled, organised, creative, with high level of autonomy and multidisciplinary profile

Experience and knowledge:Required (Only Candidates with proven experience in at least three of the following fields will be considered):

• Bioassays and biosensors using magnetic micro/nano-beads
• Electrochemical biosensors (ideally, immunosensors and/or aptasensors)
• Nanoparticle surface bioengineering
• Use of nanoparticles/nanomaterials as non-enzymatic tags
• Paper-based diagnostic devices and paper microfluidics
• Production of printed electrodes

Main responsibilities and duties:Our Research Group has produced a new type of fast magnetic bead-based assay ( ) and a low-cost technology for malaria quantitative point-of-care diagnosis (Biosens Bioelectron, 2020, 150:111925, ; Biosens Bioelectron, 2022, 215:114513, ; Biosens Bioelectron, 2024, 246:115875, ). The candidate will participate in the production of an upgraded analytical device and its validation in a clinical setting. Depending on the profile and previous experience, the candidate may participate in the following tasks, being responsible for part of them:

• Optimization of single-step bioassays using magnetic beads (magneto-assays) for detection of malaria biomarkers.
• Implementation of customized synthetic aptamer receptors.
• Implementation of customized non-enzymatic nanotags and optimization of their electrochemical detection.
• Design and production of paper devices for sample pre-treatment and magneto-assay automation.
• Design and production of low-cost paper-based printed electrodes. Readiness to apply to postdoctoral fellowships in future.
• Willingness to apply for postdoctoral fellowships in the future.
• Technology validation in a clinical scenario locally and in an African setting.

Labour conditions:

• Full-time position: 40 h/week
• Starting date: Immediate
• Gross annual salary: 25.282,00 euros (Salary ranges are consistent with our Collective Agreement pay scale)
• Contract: Technical and scientific activities contract linked to the project activities (until 31st Dec 2025)

What can we offer?

• Incorporation to Vall d’Hebron Research Institute (VHIR), a public sector institution that promotes and develops the biomedical research, innovation and teaching at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital (HUVH), the biggest hospital of Barcelona and the largest of Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).
• A scientific environment of excellence, highly dynamic, where high-end biomedical projects are continuously developed.
• Continuous learning and a wide range of responsibilities within a stimulating work environment.
• Individual training opportunities.
• Flexible working hours.
• 23 days of holidays + 9 personal days.
• Flexible Remuneration Program (including dining checks, health insurance, transportation and more)
• Corporate Benefits: platform through which you can obtain significant discounts on travel, culture, technology, gastronomy, sports… among many others.
• Healthy Offering: choose from a variety of wellbeing focused activities to be the healthiest you.

Deadline to apply: 13-03-2025
VHIR embraces Equality and Diversity. As reflected in our values we work toward ensuring inclusion and equal opportunity in recruitment, hiring, training, and management for all staff within the organization, regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, functional diversity or ethnicity.

Expected salary

€25282 per year

Location

Barcelona

Job date

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:16:41 GMT

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