Research Engineer – Volatile Organic Compound Preconcentrator

.Research Engineer – Volatile Organic Compound Preconcentrator Job Reference: RRP.15.60.18.7/2 Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) Location: Braga, Portugal Group/Unit: Abalde-Cela Research Group Supervisor: Pieter De Beule Number of Vacancies: 1 Employment Type: Full time Contract Duration: 14 months Open Date for Applications: September 13th, 2024 Closing Date for Applications: September 26th, 2024, 23h00m (Lisbon Time) Key words: #VolatileOrganicCompounds #gassensing #analyticalchemistry Overview At 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 Duties The job duties will be the following: Validation of a prototype Volatile Organic Compound pre-concentrator; Test rig design and implementation; Gas sensor calibration with GC-MS; Software development for hardware control. Mandatory Qualifications Education MSc or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or another related field. Experience Expertise in scientific experimental design; Data acquisition experience with custom designed hardware set-up; Hardware control via software, such as LabVIEW. Technical Skills Analytical 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 Benefits Competitive salary; Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges; Private health insurance; Family allowances (according to family situation); Free nursery service atINL premises (subject to availability); Support for education fees of dependent children; Relocation support; 30 working days of annual leave. How to Apply The application must be in English and include the following mandatory documents: Cover letter; Curriculum Vitae; Academic and/or Professional diplomas; Recognition of academicdegrees (only academic degrees awarded by non-Portuguese higher education institutions)