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International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory

Research Engineer – Volatile Organic Compound Preconcentrator

Braga

FULL TIME

September 13, 2024

Description

Research Engineer – Volatile Organic Compound Preconcentrator

Job Reference:
RRP.15.60.18.7/2
Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)
Location: Braga, Portugal
Group/Unit: Abalde-Cela Research Group
Supervisor: Pieter De Beule
Number of Vacancies: 1
Employment Type: Full time
Contract Duration: 14 months
Open Date for Applications: September 13th, 2024
Closing Date for Applications: September 26th, 2024, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)
Key words: #Volatile Organic Compounds #gassensing #analyticalchemistry
Overview
At the Abalde-Cela group, we are participating in the ongoing SMARTg NOSTICS PRR agenda. Subproject PPS2 of this agenda focuses on the development of an air monitoring sensor for the early detection of pathogenic bacterial species. As part of this development, we are pioneering a novel approach for Volatile Organic Compound preconcentration.
We are looking for a Research Engineer to contribute to our efforts to successfully deliver a prototype by the end of 2025 for the detection and identification of bacteria through the effective monitoring of their associated Volatile Organic Compounds emission. Suitable candidates should be holder of a MSc or Ph D degree in a pertinent field of study to pursue R&D activities on gas sensor design, development, implementation, and deployment.
Job Duties
The job duties will be the following:
  • Validation of a prototype Volatile Organic Compound pre-concentrator;
  • Test rig design and implementation;
  • Gas sensor calibration with GC-MS;
  • Software development for hardware control.
Mandatory Qualifications
Education
  • MSc or Ph D in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or another related field.
Experience
  • Expertise in scientific experimental design;
  • Data acquisition experience with custom designed hardware set-up;
  • Hardware control via software, such as Lab VIEW.
Technical Skills
  • Analytical chemistry;
  • Software coding.
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 team player;
  • Good communication skills.
Our Benefits
  • Competitive salary;
  • Tax 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 Apply
The application must be in English and include the following mandatory documents:
a) Cover letter;
b) Curriculum Vitae;
c) Academic and/or Professional diplomas;
d) 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 instructions:
  • The 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.
Important note:
Incomplete applications including the failure to provide mandatory documents or providing inaccurate information will result in the application not being considered.
How the Selection Process works
A. Applications 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.
B. 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).
C. 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.
D. Nomination
The selected candidate will be nominated and formally offered the position, including the disclosure of the contractual conditions.
Additional Information
Application feedback
We 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 Principle
INL 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 and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.
The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.
About INL
The 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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