Postdoctoral Research Scientist (Bioanalytical Chemistry)
- Employer
- HES-SO
- Location
- Sion / Sitten, Canton of Valais / Wallis (Switzerland)
- Salary
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Closing date
- Apr 26, 2019
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- Discipline
- Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Proteomics, Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Health Sciences, Diagnostics, Translational Research, Analytical Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Organic Chemistry, Medical Engineering, Personalized Medicine
- Position Type
- Full Time
- Job Type
- Postdoc, Research Scientist, Senior Scientist
- Organization Type
- Academia
Job description / Project:
A postdoctoral position is available in the Diagnostic Systems research group to develop an innovative point-of-care (POC) diagnostic test for brain injury. Funded for four years, this exciting project is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated scientist to drive innovation by translating discovery research towards a prototype bio-analytical device. The appointed researcher will be responsible to establish appropriate functionalization chemistry and to develop a highly sensitive assay. The interdisciplinary project is in collaboration with academic and industrial partners. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to contribute to concept development and design of a novel cartridge and portable measurement device.
Requirements:
Applicants should hold an advanced degree (Ph.D.) in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or Organic Chemistry and have strong expertise and an excellent track record in solid surface functionalization with bio-molecules. Candidates should also have an in-depth background in immunoassay development and test performance characterization. Hands-on experience with electrochemical and optical / spectroscopic methods and microfluidic paper-based analytical devices (PAD) would clearly be a plus.
Furthermore, the candidate will be expected to show strong project leadership, a high degree of independency, excellent problem-solving as well good documentation and communication skills.
About HES-SO Valais-Wallis:
Our University is located in the southwestern region of Switzerland amidst a beautiful alpine scenery. We are part of the School of Engineering and will soon relocate to downtown Sion to a brand-new campus with state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge infrastructure. Our student and research community benefits from an interdisciplinary and vibrant French-, German- and English-speaking work environment.
Contract duration: 4 years.
Starting date: April 2019 or as soon as possible.
Application deadline: 31 March 2019
For further information, please contact Prof. Marc E. Pfeifer at marc.pfeifer@hevs.ch.
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