Postdoctoral Researcher (m/w/d) in der Kommunikationswissenschaft

Description Postdoctoral Researcher – R eceptor-based B iosensors for M arine B iotoxins Job Reference: Ref.22.26.423 Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) Location: Braga, Portugal Group/Unit: Espiña Research Group Number of Vacancies: 1 Employment Type: Full time Contract Duration: 24 months * *possible extension of 12 months Salary Range: 28K-3 1 K Open Date for Applications : July 15 th , 2026 Closing Date for Applications : August 4 th , 2026 , 23h00m (Lisbon Time) Key words: # cellreceptors # extracellularvesicles #clonning ande xpression #biosensors # biotoxins Overview The Espiña Research Group is dedicated to overcome some of the most challenging issue0073 in the water environment, making responsible use of original applied research on environmental nanotechnologies. The group develops and applies nanotechnology solutions for the safe and sustainable use of water resources. Currently, we are looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the group under the HARMONY project. Job Duties T he job duties will be the following : Develop, characterise, test and validate biosensors based on cell receptors for marine biotoxins. Produce and/or isolate c ell receptors , purif y and characteris e . Integrate cell receptors in microfluidic devices. Optimise and full characteri se biosensor performance (e.g. , LOD, LOQ, dynamic range, matrix effect). Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams with expertise in biosensors, marine biotoxins, microsystems and microfabrication technology, surface chemistry, and microfluidics. Produce several technical and scientific documentation as well as day-to-day management of work planning. Write or help writing original research publications and reports. Mandatory Qualifications Education PhD in Biology, Biochemistry or similar fields. Experience and Technical Skills Experience in Escherichia coli (and others) gene edition through plasmid or expression vector for protein production. Experience in the isolation and characteri s ation of proteins and cell receptors, both isolated and integrated in membranes (e.g. , extracellular vesicles). Experience in the development of biosensors ( i.e., electrochemical and/or optical) using cell receptors, enzymes and other bioligands. Experience in surface and analytical chemistry. Other Valued Skills Experience in microfluidic device design, fabrication and modelling . Experience in the use of nanomaterials to enhance biosensors’ properties . Experience in toxic microalgae cultivation and biotoxin characterisation . Personal Skills Strong motivation to work both independently and as part of a team in an interdisciplinary environment, with the ability to pay close attention to details and to meet deadlines . Good communication skills. Highly organi s ed and dynamic . Our Benefits Competitive salary . Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges . Private health i nsurance . F amily allowance s (according to family situation) . Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability) . Support for e ducation fees of dependent children . Relocation support . 30 working days o f 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 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 m andatory documents mentioned above in pdf format by including them in the “A dditional files” sectio n 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 P rocess works A. Applications e ligibility check This stage will be carried out on the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and techn ical 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 t he next stage . B. CV Assessment T he 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 evaluat e the match between the candid ate’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 c ommunications with all candidate s. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback . Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle INL follows a non-discri mination 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 in order 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.

Description Postdo ctoral Researcher – Development and F unctional V alidation of A dvanced M agnetic N anocomposites for B iomedical A pplications Job Referen ce: Ref.23.26.422 Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) Location: Braga, Portugal Group/Unit: Bañobre Research Group Number of Vacancies: 1 Employment Type: Full time Contract Duration: 12 months Salary Range: 28K-3 1 K Open Date for Applications: July 1 5 th , 2026 Closing Date for Applications : August 4 th , 2026 , 23h00m (Lisbon Time) Key words: #materialschemistry #nanomaterialssynthesis #nanocomposites #nanomaterials #characterisationtechniques #mammaliancellculture Overview The Bañobre Research Group focus is nanomedicine for the development of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches towards an early and unequivocal diagnosis and treatment of cancer, inflammatory and neurological diseases . To this aim the group covers from fundamental research on the identification and validation of diseases’ biomarkers and cellular interactions, to a more applied cross-disciplinary research focused on the development of technologies and nanostructures (inorganic, organic, hybrid) for precision disease diagnosis, therapy and theranostics . We are currently looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team under the TEN4CARE project. Job Duties T he job duties will be the following : Synthesis e magnetic nanoparticles and nanocomposites . Surface functionali s ation of nanomaterials . Comprehensive physicochemical characteri s ation of (nano)materials . Cell culture techniques and biological assays . Participate in consortium meetings and collaborative activities . Prepare and present regular progress reports . Mandatory Qualifications Education PhD in Nanotechnology, Nanomedicine, Chemistry, Biochemistry or equivalent field. Experience and Technical Skills Experience in nanotechnology and/or nanomedicine research . Hands-on experience in the synthesis and physicochemical characteri s ation of nanomaterials, including magnetic nanoparticles and nanocomposites . Experience in the functionali s ation of nanostructures with bioactive agents (e.g., small molecules, peptides, proteins, nucleic acids) . Proficiency in advanced characteri s ation techniques, such as TEM, SEM, ICP, TGA, HPLC, VSM, SQUID, MRI, and magnetic hyperthermia . Experience in mammalian cell culture and in vitro biological assays for the evaluation of nanomaterial–cell interactions . Other Valued Skills Advanced cell culture skills: co-culture, spheroids, organoids and microfluidic-integration . Drug delivery systems . Theoretical and practical knowledge on NMR, MRI and Magnetic Hyperthermia . Knowledge on organic and polymeric chemistry . Experience in nanomedical applications, including regenerative medicine . Previous participation in collaborative national, international and/or industrial research projects. Personal Skills “Hands-on” approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines; Problem Solving ability ; Customer orient ation ; Ability to work independently and as team player; Good communication skills. Our Benefits Competitive salary ; Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges; Private health i nsurance; F amily allowance s (according to family situation); Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability); Support for e ducation fees of dependent children; Relocation support; 30 working days o f 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 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 m andatory documents mentioned above in pdf format by including them in the “A dditional files” sectio n 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 P rocess works A. Applications e ligibility check This stage will be carried out on the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and techn ical 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 t he next stage . B. CV Assessment T he 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 evaluat e the match between the candid ate’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 c ommunications with all candidate s. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback . Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle INL follows a non-discri mination 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 in order 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.