Researcher in Microfluidics and Biotechnology (M/F)

Job Description

Missions

Design innovative biotechnological tests for the development of next-generation diagnostics in an interdisciplinary context, encompassing synthetic biology, microfluidics, biochemistry, and clinical applications. Implement and maintain specialized microfluidic devices.

Activity

Research & Development
• Conduct research to design novel microfluidic and biotechnological developments for the creation of biomachines for diagnostic purposes.
• Develop new systems and protocols for the controlled fabrication of nano/micro biochemical reactors, based on experimental and modeling approaches.
• Validate proposed proofs of concept.
• Ensure and organize scientific and technological watch in these fields.
• Supervise students, technicians, and/or engineers.
• Manage the technical resources allocated to the microfluidics platform.
Communication & Dissemination
• Write, disseminate, and valorize technological results and achievements in the form of reports, patents, publications, oral presentations, and teaching.
• Apply and enforce ethical, hygiene, safety, and good laboratory practice regulations in the workplace.
• Design and pilot the implementation of a quality approach (without aiming for platform certification).
• Participate in writing funding applications.
• Team Management & Animation
• Communicate and report to the entire team on the progress of research work.
• Develop, define, and deploy an action plan for the technological evolution of the platform.
• Analyze, objectify, and synthesize use cases for the platform.
• Additional or Transversal Activities
• Provide training to laboratory members (if needed).
• Supervise internships, technicians, and engineers.
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Your Profil

Skills

• Required Skills & Competencies
• Technical Skills
• Design, develop, and adapt protocols for the preparation and analysis of biological samples.
• Imagine and conduct, while adapting experimental conditions, a set of microfabrication and fluid micromanipulation techniques.

Know-How
• Propose, exploit, and present analysis results, ensuring their follow-up and quality.
• Write experimental or study reports and technical notes.
• Manage and organize technical resources within a scientific project.
• Operate and maintain dedicated equipment for the approach.
• Train internal and external stakeholders in the principles and implementation of biological experimentation techniques.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety principles and rules.
• Conduct scientific and technological watch in the field of activity.
Soft Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive scientific reasoning.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to lead and animate a team.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Creative thinking and ability to propose innovative approaches outside traditional fields.

Your Work Environment

Sys2Diag is a partnership between CNRS (the largest governmental scientific research institution in France) and the French ALCEN Group. Sys2Diag is committed to conducting cutting-edge research in medical and environmental diagnostics, as well as engineering a new generation of field molecular detection devices. All personnel are bound by confidentiality agreements.
Leveraging both academic and private resources, Sys2Diag accelerates the transfer of scientific discoveries into industrial applications. The organization is dedicated to inventing technological solutions for the diagnostics of the future.
The selected candidate will report hierarchically to the Director of the Unit. CNRS is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment for all employees.

Constraints and risks

• Risks associated with working in biology and biochemistry laboratories.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

from 3072€ gross per month depending 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.

CNRS

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