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

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER

to work on

Application of Atomic Layer Deposition on functional hybrid biomaterials

One postdoctoral position is available 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 PhD in chemistry, biochemistry or related discipline. She/he should

have a strong experience in protein manipulation and characterization and dominate some of these

techniques: XRD, SEM, TEM, ICP-MS, AFM, CD. Moreover, experience on enzyme kinetics measurements,

vapor-phase modification, polymer chemistry or organic chemistry is welcomed.

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.

For application:

Please fill the form in https://www.nanogune.eu/careers and submit: 

1. A complete CV
2. A cover letter containing contact details for 2-3 references. In this cover letter, we encourage the candidates to present proposals for specific research topics under the general field outlined above

The duration of the project is of 7 months. Application deadline is 28 February 2020.

NOTES:

* NanoGUNE values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. 

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