.DescriptionResearch Engineer – Volatile Organic Compound PreconcentratorJob Reference: RRP.15.60.18.7/2Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)Location: Braga, PortugalGroup/Unit: Abalde-Cela Research GroupSupervisor: Pieter De BeuleNumber of Vacancies: 1Employment Type: Full timeContract Duration: 14 monthsOpen Date for Applications: September 13th, 2024Closing Date for Applications: September 26th, 2024, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)Key words:#VolatileOrganicCompounds #gassensing #analyticalchemistryOverviewAt the Abalde-Cela group, we are participating in the ongoing SMARTgNOSTICS PRR agenda. Subproject PPS2 of this agenda focuses on the development of an air monitoring sensor for the early detection of pathogenic bacterial species. As part of this development, we are pioneering a novel approach for Volatile Organic Compound preconcentration.We are looking for a Research Engineer to contribute to our efforts to successfully deliver a prototype by the end of 2025 for the detection and identification of bacteria through the effective monitoring of their associated Volatile Organic Compounds emission. Suitable candidates should hold a MSc or PhD degree in a pertinent field of study to pursue R&D activities on gas sensor design, development, implementation, and deployment.Job DutiesThe job duties will be the following:Validation of a prototype Volatile Organic Compound pre-concentrator; Test rig design andimplementation; Gas sensor calibration with GC-MS; Software development for hardware control.Mandatory QualificationsEducationMSc or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or another related field.ExperienceExpertise in scientific experimental design; Data acquisition experience with custom designed hardware set-up; Hardware control via software, such as LabVIEW.Technical SkillsAnalytical chemistry; Software coding.Personal Skills"Hands-on" approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines; Problem Solving ability; Customer orientation; Ability to work independently and as a team player; Good communication skills.Our BenefitsCompetitive salary; Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges; Private health insurance; Family allowances (according to family situation); Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability); Support for education fees of dependent children; Relocation support;30 working days of annual leave