Description
The Microsystems and Nanotechnology Division at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is searching for postdoctoral researchers who are motivated to develop robust biofunctional interfaces. The development of chip scale assays for the accurate and sensitive measurements of biomarkers are critical to enable transformative point of care applications in personalized health care and drug discovery. To enable such applications, we develop bioelectronics measurements to identify and quantify biomarkers in solution. Our research utilizes CMOS device structures specifically designed and fabricated for biosensing. We are interested in developing robust interfaces to semiconductor devices in collaboration with our partners and stakeholders.
We are interested in soliciting multiple applications each with the following minimum qualifications.
Requirements
Applicants should have experience and a strong interest in one or more of the following areas:
Position 1:
- Development and characterizing biotic-abiotic interfaces and basic surface chemistry.
- Strong expertise in electrochemistry techniques including impedance spectroscopy, cyclic voltammetry, etc.
- Familiarity with analytical methods including spectroscopy, AFM, and imaging.
- Basic experience in nanofabrication techniques and processes.
- Flexibility to travel to collaborator sites, with extended visits necessary to facilitate technology transfer.
- Data analysis with Python, MATLAB, Mathematica, or similar software
Position 2:
- Expert level practice of analytical methods including spectroscopy, AFM, and imaging.
- Ability to effectively evaluate devices, processes and synthesize recommendations on suitability to program goals.
- Flexibility to travel to collaborator sites.
- Data analysis with Python, MATLAB, Mathematica, or similar software.
- Demonstrated expertise in clear technical writing.
Candidates should be able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences. They should have completed a Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline and have demonstrated the ability to perform relevant research.
NIST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
