ISSP UL is looking for senior microfluidics scientist for a position with the Micro and nanodevices laboratory.
Laboratory focuses on research of:
Organ on chips. Our expertise is to develop PDMS-free devices using cleanroom and soon to be established microfluidics pilot line with injection molder
Cancer diagnostic tool development for biomarker detection such as extracellular vesicles and proteins
Biosensors for various analyte detection
Therefore, we are looking for candidates with a strong track-record precision injection molding with background in microfabrication and device design. Group consists of 1 post-docs and several graduate and undergraduate students.
Most of the work is done in Nanotechnology center 600 m2 ISO 9001 accredited cleanroom facilities allowing microfluidic device fabrication, characterisation and functional testing. Most of our projects are realised in close collaboration with our partners - Latvian Biomedical Research and Study Centre, which ensures the biological experiments with the fabricated devices, KTH and other pan-European partners.
Job responsibilities
Manage microfluidics projects related to injection molding and advance research in the field
Be responsible for the budget, the planning, and the quality of the injection molding related within the team.
Present the work at conferences and publish in leading international journals
Acquire national and international financial support to expand the group;
Actively collaborate with other research groups at institute and Latvia and develop international collaborations
Advance the microfluidic device designs and fabrication methods
Job requirements
Essential
MSc/PhD in a field related to use of and fabrication of microfluidic devices and uses of these devices;
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in injection molding engineering, preferably in precision molding applications.
Strong knowledge of molding materials, precision mold design, and processing techniques
Experience of 2D and 3D CAD Design for the generation of designs, ideally Solidworks, AutoCAD, Klayout and/or other softwares used for modeling flows of thermoplastics
Experience in designing and planning experiments and workflows
Experience in mentoring junior colleagues or students of BSc, MSc or PhD level
An ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional group environment;
Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively in a quickly evolving environment;
Excellent communication, presentation and social skills;
Excellent command of English
Desirable
Previous experience in scientific project writing and management will be considered as an advantage
Previous experience in industry/start-ups will be considered as an advantage
Selection process
Send an e-mail with your cover/application letter, CV and a publication list to maira.elksne@cfi.lu.lv
