IKUR Neurobioscience-BIOELEC Postdoctoral position on microfabrication and sensor integration i[...]

BCMATERIALS – Basque Centre for Materials, Applications and Nanostructures; España; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading research center in Spain seeks a post-doctoral researcher to develop innovative sensor prototypes for brain-on-chip applications. This role involves collaboration with other research centers and focuses on enhancing understanding of neurological processes. Competitive salaries aligned with EU standards will be offered.

Formación

• PhD required in relevant disciplines.
• Experience in sensing materials and technologies.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and validate new sensor prototypes.
• Conduct characterization studies on sensitivity and reliability.
• Integrate sensors into a brain-on-chip platform.

Conocimientos

Sensing materials and technologies

Sensor integration and characterization

Microfabrication techniques

Proficiency in English

Supervision skills

Presentation skills

Educación

PhD in Physics

PhD in Chemistry

PhD in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Materials Science

Descripción del empleo

BCMATERIALS – Basque Centre for Materials, Applications and Nanostructures

Organization/Company

BCMaterials – Basque Centre for Materials, Applications and Nanostructures

Research Field

Chemistry

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Spain

Application Deadline

28 May 2025 - 23:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

1 Jul 2025

Funding

Not funded through the EU Research Framework Programme

Research Infrastructure

No

Offer Description

BCMaterials, Basque Center for Materials, Applications and Nanostructures, is an autonomous research center launched in June 2012 by Ikerbasque, the Basque Foundation for Science, and the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU). The center is part of the BERC network, aiming to generate knowledge on new materials and develop (multi)functional solutions and devices for societal benefit.

We are seeking a post-doctoral researcher to develop and validate new sensor prototypes, conduct characterization studies on sensitivity, specificity, and reliability, and work on integrating sensors into a brain-on-chip platform. The work will be conducted at BCMaterials, in collaboration with Leartiker and Biolan research centers.

The position is part of the IKUR Neurobioscience BIOELEC project, with an expected start date of 01/07/2025 and funding until 31/12/2026. Competitive salaries aligned with EU standards will be offered to experienced researchers.

Skills and Requirements

• PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related disciplines with an interdisciplinary focus.
• Valuable expertise includes sensing materials and technologies, sensor integration and characterization, microfabrication techniques, and multiple characterization methods.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary, international environment.
• Self-motivation, independence in research, supervision skills, creativity, eagerness to learn, presentation skills, and ability to meet deadlines.

Work Program / Duties / Responsibilities

The research aims to develop next-generation brain-on-chip devices that mimic the native brain environment, facilitating understanding of neurological processes and drug screening. The approach involves integrating organoids with relevant cell lineages, electrical stimulation via materials, multimodal biological activity monitoring, data integration, and environmental control.

Additional Details

Number of offers available: 1

Location: Leioa, Vizcaya, Spain

Address: Building Martina Casiano – 3rd Floor, UPV/EHU Science Park, B. Sarriena s/n, Postal Code 48940