Job offer - ISGlobal

ISGlobal is currently seeking a dedicated laboratory technician or postdoctoral researcher to work on multiple projects focused on the development of biosensors, specifically targeting neglected tropical diseases such as dengue, strongyloidiasis, and schistosomiasis.

Start date: 1/04/24.

Field research

• Biological sciences
• Chemistry
• Engineering
• Medical sciences
• Technology

Training and experience /Qualifications

• Background in biotechnology, analytical chemistry, material science, or a similar field.
• PhD in life Science (Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biology...) or equivalent level of experience as laboratory technician.
• Demonstrated ability to write peer-reviewed manuscripts.
• Demonstrated ability to orally present scientific results.

Specific Requirements

• Knowledge of designing, developing, and validating electrochemical and optical biosensors.
• Familiarity with complementary laboratory techniques (e.g., ELISA, PCR, Luminex, Nanoparticle synthesis and functionalization etc.).
• Familiarity with aptamer selection/functionalization, protein synthesis/purification and handling patient samples will be positively evaluated but are not essential.

Conditions

• Duration: 2 years
• Starting date: approximately the 1st of April 2024
• Contract: full time
• Salary Range: Depending on the selected candidate experience and adhering to ISGlobal salary scale

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