Organisation/Company: INL
Department: Human Resources
Research Field: Chemistry (Biochemistry)
Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions
Country: Portugal
Application Deadline: 19 Jan 2025 - 23:00 (Europe/Lisbon)
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Hours Per Week: 40
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer DescriptionJob Reference: RRP.05.09.07.5
Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Employment Type: Full time
Contract Duration: 10 months
Open Date for Applications: December 27th, 2024
Closing Date for Applications: January 19th, 2025, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)
Key words: #nanoparticles #nanocarriers #nanoformulations #nanostructures #physicochemicalcharacterisation
OverviewThe Bañobre Research Group focuses on the development of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches towards an early and unequivocal diagnosis and treatment of cancer, inflammatory and neurological diseases.
We are looking for a qualified Research Laboratory Assistant to join our team in the Development of immunomodulating formulations for systemic administration project of the CInTech Agenda, under the PRR framework.
Job DutiesThe job duties will be the following:
Assist research activities related to the synthesis of nanoparticles, nanocarriers and nanoformulations;Assist research activities related to the chemical functionalisation of nanoparticles, nanocarriers and nanoformulations;Perform technical physico-chemical analysis and characterisation of developed products;Perform advanced functional magnetic characterisation of developed products;Perform cell culture and biological assays;Regular progress report writing and presentations;Attend consortium meetings.Mandatory QualificationsEducationMSc Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacy or equivalent.Experience and Technical SkillsExperience in nanotechnology/nanomedicine research;Hands-on experience on synthesis and characterisation of nanomaterials (e.g., magnetic NPs, nanocomposites, silica NPs);Experience on the functionalisation of nanostructures (e.g., proteins, peptides, genetic material);Experience with advanced physicochemical characterisation technologies (i.e., TEM, SEM, ICP, TGA, HPLC, VSM, SQUID).Other Preferred QualificationsHands-on experience with cell culture, 2D/3D in vitro models and in vitro characterisation assays;Experience with drug delivery systems;Experience with organic chemistry synthesis and characterisation techniques;Experience with the implementation of Safety protocols and procedures in Chemistry/Biology oriented labs;Previous participation in collaborative national, international and/or industrial research projects.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;BenefitsTax 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.How to ApplyThe application must be in English and include the following mandatory documents:
Academic and/or Professional diplomas;Recognition of academic degrees (only academic degrees awarded by non-Portuguese higher education institutions) **The selected candidate(s) with an academic degree granted by a non-Portuguese higher education institution must present, for hiring purposes, the certificate of recognition of that degree(s), issued by the Portuguese Directorate General for Higher Education or by a Portuguese Public Higher Education Institution.
Please consult the website of the Portuguese Directorate General for Higher Education: https://www.dges.gov.pt/en.
Online Application InstructionsThe application is made online by clicking the "Apply" button;The candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form;The candidate must submit the mandatory documents mentioned above in pdf format by including them in the "Additional files" section using the "Add portfolio" button.Incomplete applications including the failure to provide mandatory documents or providing inaccurate information will result in the application not being considered.
Selection ProcessApplications eligibility check: This stage will be carried out on the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and technical skills defined for the job, as well as the validation of the mandatory documents.
Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will move forward to the next stage.CV Assessment: The Selection Committee will evaluate the eligible applications based on their CV and other submitted documents and the suitability for the position.
The best-ranked candidates will be shortlisted for the interview stage(s).Interview(s): The interview(s) may be done in different formats: video recording, online or onsite.
The question-based interview will evaluate the match between the candidate's profile and the requirements for the position, including the technical and personal skills.
To better support this stage, the candidate may be requested to prepare a short presentation.Nomination: The selected candidate will be nominated and formally offered the position, including the disclosure of the contractual conditions.Additional InformationWe highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates.
No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback.
Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination PrincipleINL follows a non-discrimination and equal access principle, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of any duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.
The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice in order to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.
About INLThe International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL (http://www.inl.int), is the first and only Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
It was founded under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research, deploy and communicate nanotechnology for the benefit of society.
INL aims to be a recognised leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.
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