PhD Positions in Nano-Chemical Biomarkers: Wageningen University & Research is offering two fully funded PhD positions for the NanoNU-Marker project. This project aims to develop nano-chemical biomarkers to study the molecular mechanisms and nutritional factors involved in cognitive ageing and neurodegeneration. The positions involve interdisciplinary work, combining microfluidics, nano-chemical, and digital technologies. The positions are part of a collaboration with Photothermal Spectroscopy Corporation and Bruker Nano Surface.
PhD Positions in Nano-Chemical Biomarkers for Ageing and Neurodegeneration
Summary Table:
| Designation | PhD Positions |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Nano-Chemical Biomarkers for Ageing and Neurodegeneration |
| Location | Wageningen, Netherlands |
| Eligibility/Qualification | MSc in Physics, Chemistry, or Molecular Life Sciences |
| Job Description | Research in nano-chemical biomarkers, using microfluidics, spectroscopy, and machine learning |
| How to Apply | Apply through Wageningen University’s vacancy page |
| Last Date to Apply | July 8, 2024 |
Designation: PhD Positions
Research Area: Nano-Chemical Biomarkers for Ageing and Neurodegeneration
Location: Wageningen, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification:
- MSc degree (or equivalent) in Physics, Chemistry, or Molecular Life Sciences.
- Strong background and hands-on experience in experimental analytical methods, data processing, and statistical analysis.
- Interest or experience in spectroscopy, microscopy, and scanning probe technologies.
- Deep interest in applying physical methods to complex bio-samples such as human biofluids.
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary, dynamic, and collaborative environment.
- Proficiency in English at C1 level or higher, with a possibility of needing an internationally recognized Certificate of Proficiency in the English Language.
Job Description:
- Develop and apply innovative emerging microfluidics, nano-chemical, and digital technologies.
- Prepare and surface deposit human biofluids via microfluidics.
- Use surface analytical methods such as bulk infrared spectroscopy, optical photothermal spectroscopy, and infrared nanospectroscopy (AFM-IR).
- Apply chemometrics and machine learning methods to analyze data and identify nano-chemical biomarkers.
- Study molecular links between protein aggregation, nutrition/lifestyle, and cognitive ageing/neurodegenerative diseases.
- Work closely with other PhD students and researchers in a collaborative environment.
How to Apply:
- Apply directly through the Wageningen University vacancy page. Ensure to include all necessary personal and academic information as per the application guidelines.
- For further information, contact Francesco Simone Ruggeri at simone.ruggeri@wur.nl or Rutger Voorrips at rutger.voorrips@wur.nl.
Last Date to Apply: July 8, 2024
Join this exciting research opportunity at Wageningen University & Research and contribute to groundbreaking work in the field of cognitive ageing and neurodegeneration!
