Senior Research Associate in Electrochemical Biosensors

Job title:

Senior Research Associate in Electrochemical Biosensors

Company:

Lancaster University

Job description

We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to join our research team in the School of Engineering at Lancaster University on an exciting project to develop a point-of-care biosensor for c-peptide assessment.The project is funded by Breakthrough T1D (USA) via a Strategic Research Agreement grant, awarded to Dr Samet Şahin in the School of Engineering at Lancaster University. This is a one year, full-time post commencing 1st December 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. The interviews for this post will be held online.The project aims to develop a blood test for c-peptide that can be performed at the time and place of patient care for the assessment of the pre-symptomatic period of type 1 diabetes. This will provide an easy and reliable c-peptide assessment with a significant reduction in time compared to conventional standards in clinical practice.Role responsibilities:As part of a friendly research team in Şahin Research Group ( ), you will be responsible for:

• Design and synthesis of redox nanocomposite materials and characterisation
• Antibody immobilisation and characterisation
• Electrochemical testing and immunosensor characterisation

Candidate requirements:

• A degree in Chemical Engineering, Material Engineering, Chemistry, Nanotechnology or a related discipline.
• A PhD (or near completion) in electroactive materials, nanomaterials, electrochemical sensor technologies or a similar area.
• A publication record of research in a relevant area and the ability to collect, analyse and interpret experimental data, especially material synthesis and characterisation.
• Great problem-solving and organisational skills
• Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience in dealing with carbon-based nanomaterials and redox nanocomposites, protein immobilisation and electrode modifications for electrochemical sensing is also desirable.Prospective candidates are encouraged to contact the project PI, Dr Samet Şahin ( ) for further information about the position.Please note: unless specified otherwise in the advert, all advertised roles are UK based.Find out what it’s like to , including information on our wide range of employee benefits, support networks and our policies and facilities for a family-friendly workplace.The University recognises and celebrates good employment practice undertaken to address all inequality in higher education whilst promoting the importance and wellbeing for all our colleagues.We warmly welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their age, religion, gender identity or expression, race, disability or sexual orientation, and are committed to promoting diversity, and equality of opportunity.

Expected salary

£39355 – 45413 per year

Location

Lancaster

Job date

Thu, 22 May 2025 07:32:50 GMT

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