Research Engineer (M/F) – Viral Particle Production, Antibody Validation, and MEMS Biosensor Development développement de biocapteurs MEMS

Job Description

Missions

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Engineer (H/F) to join a multidisciplinary project focused on the development of innovative antibody-based MEMS biosensors for viral detection. The successful candidate will contribute to the full development pipeline, from viral particle production and antibody validation to biosensor integration and analytical performance assessment.

Activity

The successful candidate will be responsible for producing and characterizing viral particles to evaluate the sensitivity, specificity, and performance of antibodies targeting viral antigens. Based on these results, the candidate will contribute to the development and optimization of an antibody-functionalized MEMS biosensor for viral detection, including antibody immobilization, surface biofunctionalization, analytical validation, and testing with viral samples. The position also involves experimental design, data analysis, documentation of results, and close collaboration with researchers and engineers from complementary disciplines.

Your Profil

Skills

Required education:
The candidate should hold a PhD or Master's degree, with significant research experience in one of the following fields: Virology, biotechnology, bioengineering, biomedical engineering, or micro/nanotechnologies.

Professional Experience:
The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in viral particle production (e.g., viruses, pseudoviruses, or virus-like particles), antibody characterization and validation, and preferably biosensor development. Experience working in multidisciplinary research environments combining biological sciences and engineering will be highly valued.

Technical skills:
The candidate should have practical expertise in virology, cell culture, molecular biology, and immunological techniques for antibody validation (e.g., ELISA, Western blot, flow cytometry, or equivalent methods). Experience with viral particle production and characterization is essential. Knowledge of biosensor technologies, surface functionalization, microfabrication, MEMS devices, microfluidics, or biointerface engineering would be a strong advantage. Familiarity with scientific data analysis and experimental design is also expected.

Personal skills:
The ideal candidate is a highly motivated and rigorous researcher with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. They should be able to work independently while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team environment. Excellent organizational, communication, and scientific writing skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines. The candidate should demonstrate adaptability, creativity, and a proactive approach to research challenges, with a strong interest in working at the interface of virology, immunology, and biosensor engineering. Attention to detail, scientific integrity, and a commitment to high-quality research are critical for success in this role.

Your Work Environment

The position will be developed within two teams at IRIM, the team “Quantitative Biology of Membrane Trafficking and Pathogenesis” and the team “RNA viruses and metabolism”, in the context of the consortium created by the project ArboSENSOR funded by the ANRS MIE PEPR. The IRIM is an international research center whose research is focused towards the fundamental mechanisms behind infectious diseases.
This position offers the opportunity to work at the interface of virology, immunology, microfabrication, and biosensor engineering within a collaborative research environment.

Constraints and risks

Work in laboratory BSL-3

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Starting at €3,175 gross per month, adjustable based on experience

Annual leave and RTT

44 jours

Remote Working practice and compensation

Pratique et indemnisation du TT

Transport

Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€

About the offer

About the CNRS

The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.

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