Industrial Researcher to work on a collaboration project based on bioprinting, electrospinning

CIC nanoGUNE; Las Palmas de Gran Canaria; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

CIC nanoGUNE seeks a full-time researcher with a background in Chemistry or Biomedical Engineering. The role involves mechanical setup, software integration, and product development in biomedical manufacturing, with strong emphasis on electrospinning and bioprinting. Ideal candidates will excel in software development and communication.

Formación

• Degree in Chemistry or Biomedical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Set up mechanical parts of equipment and improve instruments.
• Product development and validation in the biomedical sector.
• Perform technological surveillance on bioprinting trends.

Conocimientos

Software development

Electrospinning

Melt electrowriting

Communication

Educación

Degree in Chemistry or Biomedical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Researcher Profile : Recognised Researcher (R2), Leading Researcher (R4), First Stage Researcher (R1), Established Researcher (R3)

Country : Spain

Application Deadline : 31 May 2025 - 23 : 59 (UTC)

Type of Contract : Temporary

Job Status : Full-time

Offer Starting Date : 1 Sep 2025

Funding : Not funded through the EU Research Framework Programme

Research Infrastructure Position : No

Offer Description

The required background is a degree in Chemistry or Biomedical Engineering or a closely related discipline. Knowledge of software development, especially coding, is highly valued. The work will be conducted at both CIC nanoGUNE and DOMOTEK facilities. Responsibilities include setting up mechanical parts of equipment along with its software, and improving instruments. Product development and validation in the biomedical sector will also be involved. Main techniques include electrospinning and melt electrowriting, with other methods as needed. Candidates should be proficient in English and Spanish, possess excellent communication skills, and be prepared to work in an industrial environment.

Candidate Expectations

• Connect with the private sector and promote applications of technical developments
• Provide technical support and training, both in person and online
• Perform technological surveillance on trends in bioprinting
• Characterize properties of fabricated printed materials
• Combine bioprinting technologies (ES, MEW, bioinks, UV, extrusion) to develop innovative solutions

The position is expected to start on 01 / 09 / 2025 or earlier. It begins with a fixed-term industrial researcher position at nanoGUNE for one year, followed by a 5-month contract at DOMOTEK. If progress is satisfactory, there is potential for extension to a permanent role at DOMOTEK.

About nanoGUNE and DOMOTEK

nanoGUNE is a research center dedicated to world-class nanoscience research, supporting the growth of the Basque Country. It is part of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA) and recognized as a María de Maeztu Unit of Excellence by the Spanish Research Agency.

DOMOTEK, based in San Sebastian, Spain, specializes in additive manufacturing and 3D printing, with a focus on healthcare solutions since its founding in 2015.

Application Process

We promote diversity and inclusion. All applicants are welcome regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion, or sexual orientation.

Applicants should submit a complete CV, a cover letter, and at least two reference letters in a single PDF via the provided application form. The deadline is 31 May 2025.

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