The Nanoscience Cooperative Research Center CIC nanoGUNE, created with the mission of conducting world-class nanoscience research for the competitive growth of the Basque Country and recently recognized as a "María de Maeztu" Excellence Unit (2017-2021), is currently looking for a

PREDOCTORAL STUDENT 

to work on

Application of Atomic Layer Deposition on functional hybrid biomaterials

We are looking for a highly motivated student to work in a multidisciplinary project, at the interface of biomaterials science and surface chemistry.

This project aims at applying Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) technique to functional proteins, i.e. enzymes, seeking the stabilization and the modulation of the properties of the biomolecules. Catalytic proteins will be deposited on a surface as thin films using a functional polymeric matrix. A range of different methods for protein deposition will be evaluated. Deposited films will be further modified using vapor deposition techniques (mainly ALD) for the fabrication of organic-inorganic biocatalytic films. These biomaterials are expected to show good mechanical properties and new catalytic behavior in biosensors and energy harvesting materials. All materials will be structurally and biochemically deeply characterized.

The successful candidate will form part of an international and multidisciplinary research group focused on fabrication of hybrid materials. The group has a strong experience in application of ALD to (bio)materials and fabrication and characterization of enzyme hybrids. The research will be conducted under supervision of Dr. Ana Beloqui and Prof. Mato Knez.

Required experience: The candidate is expected to have a university degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related discipline. Ideally, the student should have passed her/his studies with high marks (>8.0) and should be willing and eligible to apply for the Basque and national PhD grant for securing funding beyond the first year.

The candidates are expected to have a cooperative attitude to teamwork, interest in multidisciplinary work, and the capacity to work in an international environment. Good interpersonal skills as well as written and oral communication skills in English are required.

Offer: 1 year contract and immediate incorporation.

For application: please fill the form in https://www.nanogune.eu/careers and submit an updated CV and a letter of interest, including contact information.

The application deadline for this position is October 15 th, 2019.