Postdoctoral position in Printed Electrolyte Gated Field Effect Transistors for Biosensing Applications - Milan, Italia - Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia

Descrizione

Commitment & contract: 1-year collaboration contract

Location: IIT-CNST, Via Rubattino 81, 20134 Milan, Italy

WHO WE ARE

At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarter is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centers around Italy and two outer-stations based in the US for a truly interdisciplinary experience.

YOUR TEAM

You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where physicist, chemist, biomedical and electrical engineers collaborate, each with their own expertise, to carry out common research. This position is part of a joint lab between IIT and an industrial partner towards the realization of a cost-effective yet highly sensitive product to be used for extensive screening of antigens.

Within the team, your main responsibilities will be:

·Design and optimization of carbon-based printed electrolyte-gated field effect transistors

·Bio-functionalization of the sensing gate electrode

·Validation of the biosensor

This open position is financed by the project COPAN Italia S.p.a.

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU SHINE

·A PhD in either Chemistry, Physics or Material Science. A PhD in Biomedical/Electronic Engineering and similar disciplines will also be considered, if competence in bioelectronics devices and biosensors is demonstrated

·Proven laboratory skills on the fabrication and characterization of carbon-based/organic transistors

·Previous experience on bio-functionalization of surfaces such as gold electrode or semiconductors is a plus

·A strong publication record

·Ability to properly report, organize and publish research data

·Documented experience in coaching junior scientists

·Good command in spoken and written English

EXTRA AWESOME

·Experience on biosensors

·Knowledge of Surface Plasmon Resonance

·Experience in international laboratories

·Good communication skills

·Strong problem solving attitude

·High motivation to learn

·Spirit of innovation and creativity

·Good in time and priority management

·Ability to work in a challenging and international environment

·Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

·Competitive salary package for international standards

·Private health care coverage

·Wide range of staff discounts

·Candidates from abroad or Italian citizens who permanently work abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income

WHAT'S IN FOR YOU?

·An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us

·We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs

·If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you There's a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation

·If you are a startupper or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide your attitude and aspirations.

·If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society

·We stick to our values Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission

If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply