Microfluidics Engineering Projects
for Mechanical Engineers
We currently have 2 openings for Mechanical Engineers with a flair for laboratory hands-on work in an inter-disciplinary research
environment.
We are looking for a Research Associate who will will lead a research project which integrates our automated micro-well fermentation with
our microfluidic processing capabilities for rapid whole bioprocess optimisation. The postholder will also have responsibility for state-ofthe-art
fabrication and analytical equipment including robotised platforms and advanced microfluidic technologies, maintain and
improve our technology platforms, and support related training and enabling activities of the Centre. Candidates would be expected to
demonstrate relevant expertise gained either through industrial experience and/or academic qualifications. The post is graded as Grade
7, the salary for which ranges from £27,466 to £31,840 plus £2,649 London Allowance. The appointment is funded for 4 years.
We are looking for a Ph.D. student for the development of novel microfluidic devices to study cell growth under a wide range of nutrient
conditions and thereby provide a deeper insight on how these precious cells can best be made available for therapeutic use. The device
should be capable to matrix nutritional media components for ESC differentiation via elaborate microfluidic channel manifolds. Stipend
includes: 4 years tax-free living allowance at approximately £14,900 per year, plus home/EU tuition fees paid in full. Under the terms of
the award scheme, funding is available only to UK and EU candidates who meet the residency conditions (typically, a first degree from a
UK institution). For 2008 September start.
The Biochemical Engineering department (www.ucl.ac.uk/biochemeng) has state-of-the-art bioprocessing facilities, offers in-house
facilities for polymeric microfluidic device fabrication and characterisation, and collaborates with the London Centre for Nanotechnology.
You will join a team of doctoral students working in the area of microfluidics and bioprocessing.
Application packs can be obtained from Miss Paula Thomas, UCL Biochemical Engineering, Torrington Place, London WC1E 7JE
(Tel: 020 7679 3003 or email paula.thomas@ucl.ac.uk). Application forms and full CV together with a letter of application
quoting “Microfluidics Research Associate” or “PhD in Microfluidics”, respectively, should be sent to that address.
Closing date: 15 August 2008. UCL Taking Action for Equality
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