Research Assistant - Development of Membranes 50%
Universität Bern
Date de publication :
18 février 2025Taux d'activité :
50%- Lieu de travail :Bern
Résumé de l'emploi
Le Sensing and Monitoring Lab de l'Université de Berne recherche un collaborateur. Une opportunité dans un environnement dynamique et innovant vous attend.
Tâches
- Développer et caractériser des membranes fonctionnelles pour capteurs.
- Optimiser la perméabilité et la résistance à la biofouling des membranes.
- Collaborer avec une équipe interdisciplinaire sur des projets en cours.
Compétences
- Master en Chimie, Science des matériaux ou domaine connexe requis.
- Expérience en synthèse de polymères et développement de membranes.
- Compétences en communication et travail d'équipe essentielles.
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Sensing and Monitoring Lab, Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology, Nutritional Medicine and Metabolism
Start of employment: 01.05.2025 or by agreement
Example: Employment is fixed term for 12 months with a possibility of extension.
The Sensing and Monitoring Lab (https://samlab.org/) of Prof. Witthauer at the University of Bern develops innovative sensor solutions for personalized medicine and disease monitoring. We are currently focusing on the development of membranes for fluorescence-based, non-enzymatic sensors capable of detecting different metabolites. These membranes will be applied to optical cpmponents and medical devices.
Tasks
Developing and characterizing functional membranes for fluorescent sensors.
- Optimizing the permeability, stability, optical transparency, and biofouling resistance of membranes.
- Coating of optical components.
- Conducting experiments, analyzing data, and documenting results.
- Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team and supporting ongoing projects.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
- Proven experience in polymer synthesis, membrane development, or hydrogels.
- Strong experimental and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
We offer
- A 50% part-time position in accordance with Assistant III, Cantonal Salary Class 18.
- A dynamic, interdisciplinary research environment with access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities.
- Opportunities for professional and personal development.
- Involvement in projects with direct biomedical relevance.
Application and contact
For subject-specific questions and information about the position, please contact
Prof.Dr. Lilian Witthauer at E-Mail schreiben
Please send your complete application (motivation letter, CV including publication list if applicable) to the following e-mail address: E-Mail schreiben
