Master + PhD in Nanomaterials Group: "Combinatorial Vapor Deposition for Advanced Thin-Film Biosensors"

 The Nanoscience Cooperative Research Center, CIC nanoGUNE, located in Donostia / San Sebastian, Basque Country (Spain), is currently looking for a

MASTER STUDENT

to work on

Combinatorial Vapor Deposition for Advanced Thin-Film Biosensors

NanoGUNE is a research center devoted to conducting world-class nanoscience research for a competitive growth of the Basque Country. NanoGUNE is a member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA) and is recognized by the Spanish Research Agency as a María de Maeztu Unit of Excellence.

This project focuses on the design and fabrication of a highly sensitive and versatile thin-film biosensor platform.  We will employ combinatorial vapor deposition to create a surface functionalized with a library of molecular stacks, each tailored to bind specific target biomolecules.  The incorporation of optically active inorganic clusters and quantum dots will provide a robust and multipled detection mechanism. This research will explore the fundamental principles of thin film sensing and demonstrate the potential of this technology for biomolecular analysis.  Expected outcomes include optimized deposition protocols, characterization of sensor performance, and proof-of-concept demonstrations of multi-analyte detection.

The student will join the Nanomaterials Group, led by Prof. Mato Knez (m.knez@nanogune.eu). More information can be found at: https://www.nanogune.eu/en/research/groups/nanomaterials

Candidates should apply by completing the form below and attaching the following documents:

a. A complete CV and academic record

b. A cover letter

The deadline for applications is 13/03/2025. 

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