Implantable Electrochemical Biosensors

In the Nanobiophysics team of the Soft Matter and Biophysics Unit, we combine soft matter physics with biosensor micro- and nanotechnologies to construct sensing devices with high sensitivity, selectivity and antifouling properties to enable chemical sensing in vivo.
We develop sensing schemes allowing for long-term, continuous, multiparameter monitoring in vivo to acquire knowledge on the brain function and/or electrode-induced trauma and inflammatory responses. In these projects we work together with neuroscientists and healthcare professionals from the Faculty of Medicine, Psychology and UZ Leuven.
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Project

We are seeking highly motivated PhD students to join our research team in the development of advanced implantable electrochemical biosensors for neuroprosthetic applications. The candidate PhDs will work on the design, fabrication and characterization of biosensors for fast monitoring of neurotransmitters and inflammatory markers, respectively. Such a position offers an exciting opportunity to do research in a multidisciplinary team, including neuroscientists and medical professionals, on technologies with real world impact, aimed at enabling biosensing inside the human body, through innovative sensor designs.

Profile

• Master's degree in (bio)physics, medical engineering, bioengineering, chemistry, materials science, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience in electrochemistry, (bio)sensor fabrication, or microfabrication is a plus.

Offer

• A full-time PhD bursary contract for a period of 4 years with a midterm evaluation during the second year.
• Competitive stipend and tuition waiver.
• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and resources.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking.
• Earning a PhD degree upon successful completion of the research.

Interested?

For more information please contact Prof. dr. Carmen Bartic, tel.: +32 16 37 20 01, mail: carmen.bartic@kuleuven.be or Mrs. Danielle Verachtert, tel.: +32 16 32 71 31, mail: danielle.verachtert@kuleuven.be.

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