Researcher in Printed Health and Environmental Sensors

The Functional Printing & Embedded Devices Unit develops innovative solutions based on functional materials and devices.

This Unit has the knowledge and experience to contribute from research concepts to prototyping and manufacturing. The Unit can cover the entire TRL chain, from the conceptualization of the idea to prototype validation, including design, proof of concept, material analysis, processes, prototyping, and characterization.

The specialization areas of the Unit include the formulation of functional inks, printing and coating processes for lightweight and flexible devices, their characterization, and in terms of electronics, the design, development, and manufacturing of conventional PCB electronics and hybrid electronics.

The team is looking for a researcher to support the development of printed sensors for health and environmental monitoring applications

Some of the projects incluede:

• Development and validation of electrochemical sensors and Point-Of-Care devices for measuring different biomarkers in medical applications.
• Development of Lab-On-Chip devices for measuring different parameters in water.
• Development of piezoelectric devices for health and structural integrity applications.

The candidate will work on the development of printed electronics-based sensors for flexible device applications and their integration into miniaturized microfluidic systems.

Tasks include:

• Study of the most advanced technologies.


• Design and fabrication of monitoring platforms based on printed sensors combined with microfluidic chips.


• Functionalization of surfaces with various biorecognition strategies.


• Preparation of experimental procedures.


• Physicochemical characterization of materials (electrical, optical, morphological characterization techniques, etc.).


• Analysis and presentation of results.


• Preparation of technical reports.

The candidate will join a dynamic and multicultural work environment, with a focus on generating value for clients and using agile and innovative project management methodologies.

Educational Background: BSc, Master's, or PhD in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Electronic, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Biology, or a related field.

Experience:

• Essential experience in at least one subject of chemistry and biochemistry or similar.


• Highly valued any experience in the development and characterization of sensors (optical, electrochemical, etc.), particularly in biosensors.


• Highly valued knowledge in printing techniques and surface treatment.


• Prior knowledge of miniaturized integrated lab-on-chip systems.


• Experience with chemical reagents will be considered an advantage.

Skills:

• Proactivity, ability to learn new laboratory techniques.


• Independent researcher with the capacity to critically analyze results.


• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.


• High level of motivation and interest.


• Collaborative attitude and strong communication skills.

Availability to work in Mataró. Occasionally work from the headquarters in Cerdanyola del Vallès, with occasional travels to present at specific-topic events or visit trade fairs.

Languages:

• High level of English.


• High level of Spanish.

WHAT CAN EURECAT OFFER YOU???

• Permanent contract.?


• Hybrid work (home office/ work in the office).?


• Flexible Schedule.?


• Shorter workday on Friday and Summer Schedule.?


• Flexible remuneration package (health insurance, transport, lunch, studies - training and kindergarten).?


• Eurecat employees can join the Eurecat Academy courses.?


• Language courses (English, Catalan and Spanish).