The BioMed X Innovation Center is an exciting new collaboration model at the interface between academia and industry. At our center, distinguished early career scientists recruited from all over the world are working jointly on novel pre-clinical research projects in the fields of biomedicine, molecular biology, cell biology, diagnostics and bioinformatics. These interdisciplinary project teams are conducting groundbreaking biomedical research in an open innovation lab facility on the campus of the University of Heidelberg, under the guidance of experienced mentors from academia and industry while expanding their scientific network and receiving an intensive entrepreneurship and leadership training.

Each BioMed X project team is sponsored by an industry partner. The sponsor of this call for application is Roche Diagnostics.

What we are looking for

Applications are welcome from early career scientists with an outstanding track record in the field of:

Nanomaterial-Based Biosensors for Near-Patient Testing

The task is to combine state-of-the-art nanomaterials research (e.g. graphene) with biomedical know-how to develop a novel sensor technology platform which can simultaneously quantify multiple analytes in biological samples (e.g. blood gases, electrolytes, substrates, antigens, nucleic acids) and which can potentially be incorporated into single-use disposable diagnostic devices. Key drivers of success are high sensitivity / specificity, fast detection (e.g. label free direct sensing), and suitability for mass production. Very original ideas based on first experimental findings are encouraged.

The group leader position is intended to suit candidates with typically between four and eight years of postdoctoral experience who would like to develop themselves towards a leadership career path either in academia or industry.

What we offer

The posts are offered for a period of three to four years with an option for a permanent position.

As part of the research group in the above mentioned field the posts include a generous funding package covering personal salary, consumables, services, travels, as well as access to the core facilities of neighboring research institutions and biotechnology companies in Heidelberg.

There is flexibility over starting dates, but successful applicants are welcome to take up post starting July 15, 2015.

Application & Selection Process

Applications are to be made online at www.bio.mx.

Only applications received before March 29, 2015 will be considered. As part of the online application procedure candidates will be required to enter detailed information about their previous work and submit a competitive project proposal.

After a first selection round, candidates will be invited to a five-day innovation boot camp in Heidelberg. The invitation includes full coverage of travel expenses, accommodation, sightseeing, and food for the entire workshop which will take place from June 11 to 15, 2015. With guidance of experienced mentors, candidates will jointly work on their project proposals and present them in front of a jury on the final day. Successful candidates will be offered a position at the BioMed X Innovation Center.

Contact

BioMed X Innovation Center
Im Neuenheimer Feld 583
69120 Heidelberg Germany
Email: info@bio.mx
Internet: www.bio.mx