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Teraibs Dc 9 - A Nanotechnology-Aided Thz Platform For Liver Cancer Diagnosis
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Organisation/Company: Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore

Department: Physics

Research Field: Biological sciences » Biology, Biological sciences » Biological engineering, Chemistry » Biochemistry, Physics » Biophysics

Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)

Positions: PhD Positions

Country: Italy

Application Deadline: 15 Feb 2025 - 18:00 (Europe/Rome)

Type of Contract: Temporary

Job Status: Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe - MSCA

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer DescriptionShort Description: The Physics section at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UCSC) and its affiliated University Hospital, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, is currently seeking a PhD student ("Doctoral Candidate", DC) starting from January 2025 to work on A nanotechnology-aided THz platform for liver cancer diagnosis within the framework of the European Doctoral Training Network "TeraIBS" (TeraIBS Doctoral Candidate 9).

The driving force for TeraIBs: is to develop a radically new technology based on Terahertz (THz) radiation for biomedical detection and diagnosis, based on a team of 11 Doctoral Candidates with the necessary in-depth background in devices and systems, spectroscopic techniques, and biomedical measurement knowledge using THz radiation.

Job Description: Project title: A nanotechnology-aided THz platform for liver cancer diagnosisResearch Objectives: The focus of this project will be to develop a novel THz metasurface specifically designed for the sensing of extracellular vesicles (EVs), with potential applications in the early detection of liver cancer. Expected Results: The project is expected to yield a THz-based platform providing innovative spectral markers for the early detection of cancer, with a particular focus on Hepatocellular Carcinoma. Professional Growth and Development: In addition to conducting groundbreaking research, the selected candidate will have access to professional development opportunities, including technical workshops and transferable skills courses organized by academic and industrial partners. Job Requirements: A master's degree (or an equivalent university degree) in Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, Bioengineering, or related fields. Isolation and purification of extracellular vesicles from various biofluids using established protocols. Conducting western blot analysis for the characterization of vesicles. Advanced microscopy techniques, including electron microscopy, confocal microscopy, and atomic force microscopy. Spectroscopic techniques and advanced data analysis methods. The ideal candidate should also demonstrate:

Strong motivation to deliver groundbreaking work and an ambition to excel. A research-oriented attitude and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team. Fluency in spoken and written English (C1 level). Conditions of Employment: The successful candidates will receive an attractive salary in accordance with the MSCA regulations for Doctoral Candidate DCs. The period of employment in UCSC is 36 months. The Doctoral Candidates are expected to travel to network partners under three secondments for a typical duration of 2-6 months. Eligibility and mobility criteria: The recruited researchers must be doctoral candidates, i. e.

not already in possession of a doctoral degree at the date of the recruitment. The recruited researchers must be employed full-time. Recruited researchers can be of any nationality and must comply with the mobility rule. Application Procedure: Documents requested: Complete CV. Motivation letter. Scan of certificates showing BSc, MSc and other courses followed. Up to three recommendation letters. Up to two written scientific reports in English. Eligibility Statement. Selection Process: The selection process of invited candidates contains two phases.

Information: Please contact Gabriele Ciasca (******) for more information.

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