PhD candidate for developing an electrochemical cortisol sensor enhanced via magnetic nanoparticles and embedded in microfluidics

We are now looking for a PhD candidate for developing an electrochemical cortisol sensor enhanced via magnetic nanoparticles and embedded in microfluidics 
(3 years project) to join a multidisciplinary team led by Prof. Casals-Terré (microtech.upc.edu) in the Faculty of Industrial, Aerospace and Audiovisual Engineering of Terrassa. ESEIAAT – UPC-BarcelonaTech

The established group has previous expertise in the use of magnetic nanoparticles, electrochemical biosensor, and magnetophoretic microfluidic chip towards the development of wearables and advanced point of care devices. We provide access to state-of-the-art micro- and nanofabrication facilities and characterization facilities.

You will in a dynamic research team to develop next-generation point of care assays, via the integration of magnetic nanoparticles, electrochemical sensing and microfluidic chips. This interdisciplinary project offers a unique opportunity to push the boundaries of bioanalytical assay, enabling breakthroughs in healthcare and beyond.

About the job

We are looking for ambitious, highly motivated candidate with a strong background in the field of microfabrication, microfluidic integration, and electrochemical sensors. The main duties of the selected applicant will be:

1. Design and fabrication of microfluidic chip (from simulation to testing)
2. Familiar with the microfluidic techniques in bio-nano interaction and cells sorting. Experience in magnetophoretic chip and Magnetophoresis is considered a plus. Experience in microfluidics encapsulation, bottom-up fabrication methods (nanoparticle fabrication, lithography, solution-based etching technologies), experimental optics and/or electronics will be considered a plus.

We provide access to state-of-the-art micro- and nanofabrication facilities at the Faculty of Industrial, Aerospace and Audiovisual Engineering of Terrassa. ESEIAAT – UPC-BarcelonaTech
We offer you a place in a highly talented research group, working to solve globally significant research problems.

Salary

The position is fixed-term for 1 year, starting  01.02.2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Each year’s salary consists of 14 annual payments of approx. 1300€ after tax.
A trial period of 6 months is applied in the position.
It’s a 3 years project

The application 
Should be written in English and include the following:

• CV
• Cover letter
• List of publications, following the guidelines of the Academy of Finland
• Certificates/Diplomas
• Contact information of 2 persons available for recommendation

The eligible applicants fitting best in the profile expected for the position will be invited to an on-site or remote interview. All applicants will be notified during the selection process.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, such as people of different ages, different genders and members of different language, cultural or minority groups.

Contact Information
If you have any further questions, please contact Dr. Joan Antoni López Martínez, Faculty of Industrial, Aerospace and Audiovisual Engineering of Terrassa. ESEIAAT – UPC-BarcelonaTech, joan.antoni.lopez@upc.edu