**Technical position in brain tumor on a chip**
- (25000019)
- Commitment & contract: Technician, subordinate, fixed term 18 months, full time_
- Location: CMI, Pontedera & CABHC, Napoli_ **_ Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future!_** At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential. **THE ROLE** You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where junior and senior scientists collaborate, each with their expertise, to carry out a scientific activity with a shared research goal. The _Bio-Logic Materials_ Research Unit is coordinated by _Paolo Netti_. The research focuses on _cell instructive materials and organ-on-chip devices_. This includes nanoengineered surfaces to control cell fate,



in-vitro fabrication of fully functional human tissues and integration them in organo-on-chip platforms for assessing diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Within the research team, your main responsibilities will be: - Fabrication of microfluidic devices mimicking the brain cancer microenvironment
- Testing their functionalities with appropriate cellular model **ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS**
- A PhD in_ Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Materials Science, _or similar disciplines
- Documented experience in _Microfabrication, Cell cultures_
- Strong publication record
- Good command of spoken and written Englis **ADDITIONAL SKILLS**
- Experience in cellular testing, imaging though fluorescence/confocal microscopy
- Knowledge of finite element modelling software (COMSOL, ANSYS)
- Ability to work in a challenging and international environment
- Capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment
- Possess Analytical Reasoning skills and a growth mindset **COMPENSATION PACKAGE**
- A yearly gross salary ranging between €24k and €27.5k, which may include a premio option depending on your role and contract
- Private health care coverage depending on your role and contract This open position is financed by _Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia_ within the Technology for Healthy Living Flagship Program. **_ Application’s deadline: 5/03/2025_**Primary Location** PONTEDERA **Other Locations** NAPOLI **Job** Technical **Organization** Smart Bio-Interfaces **Job Posting** Feb 19, 2025, 4:49:18 AM

📌 Technical Position in Brain Tumor On a Chip (Pontedera)
🏢 Istituto Italiano Di Tecnologia
📍 Pontedera