Master Internship: Biomolecule Polarizability in DEP

Imec; Vlaams-Brabant; Remote; EUR 6,700 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

Imec in Leuven offers a master internship focused on characterizing the dielectric polarization of biomolecules using alternating electric fields. The project involves DEP capture experiments on microelectrode arrays and quantitative analysis of biomolecular trapping with fluorescence microscopy.

The successful student will compare experimental results to electrokinetic models, extract polarization parameters, and assess theoretical descriptions at the molecular level.

Qualifications

• Master student in a relevant field (Nanoscience, Physics, or Bioscience Engineering).
• Strong curiosity in biophysics and microfluidics.
• Ability to perform fluorescence imaging and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Characterize biomolecule polarizability under alternating electric fields.
• Perform DEP capture experiments with microelectrode arrays.
• Analyze imaging data and compare to electrokinetic models.

Education

Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Physics

Bioscience Engineering

Job description

Imec in Leuven offers a master internship focused on characterizing the dielectric polarization of biomolecules using alternating electric fields. The project involves DEP capture experiments on microelectrode arrays and quantitative analysis of biomolecular trapping with fluorescence microscopy.

The successful student will compare experimental results to electrokinetic models, extract polarization parameters, and assess theoretical descriptions at the molecular level.