Marie Curie doctoral position in bioengineering

Application deadline: 20/09/2013


The Neuroengineering and Bionanotechnology (NBT) Group, Department of
informatics, bioengineering, robotics, and system engineering (DIBRIS)
of the University of Genova (www.dibris.unige.it) is looking for an
early stage researcher (predoc) to develop novel tools for in vitro
characterization of mechanical and electrical properties of single
cells at the nanoscale.

The contract will be within the framework of the NANOMICROWAVE Marie
Curie Initial Training Network which aims at training a whole
generation of researchers in the field of nanoscale microwave
technologies and related emerging applications in the fields of
semiconductor industry and life sciences.

The successful candidate will develop multidisciplinary research involving:
- Cell preparation and culture.
- Nanoscale mechanical and morphological measurements on single cells.
- Measurements of cell electrophysiology.
- Development of hardware/software for measurement and instrument control

Requirements:
- Degree and Master on any field on Engineering, Physics, Mathematics,
Biology, or Biotechnology (completed before the contract staring
date).
- Multidisciplinary qualifications (Physics/Bio, Engineering/Bio,
etc.), knowledge on on Scanning Probe Microscopies and/or cell
electrophysiology methods will be a plus.
- High level of English and good communication skills.
- Attitude toward experimental work
- Ability to organize and prioritize own work and organize research
within the project schedule.
- Computer literacy, analytical skills and effective team working.

Marie-Curie fellowship Mobility requirement:
Candidates can be of any nationality. At the time of recruitment by
DIBRIS, candidates must not have resided or carried out their main
activity (work or studies) in Italy for more than 12 months in the 3
years immediately prior to their recruitment.

We Offer:
- Full time 3 year contract. Very competitive salary and mobility
allowance (Marie Curie fellowship). Starting date: January 1st 2014.
- Stimulating, interdisciplinary research and high quality
international scientific environment.

Equal Opportunities: Applications from equity target groups and women
are encouraged to apply.

For more details about the position:
http://www.nbtunige.it/job_profile_NANOMICROWAVE_at_DIBRIS.pdf
Interested applicants should contact: Prof. Roberto Raiteri
(roberto.raiteri@unige.it, www.nbtunige.it)