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AS2M : Closed-loop trajectory control using dielectrophoresis and impedance measurements
AS2M : Microfluidic chip manufacturing and integration
Context
The FEMTO-ST research institute (CNRS) innovates in cutting-edge technological solutions for
the manufacture of biomedicines (drugs whose active ingredient is of biological origin), calling on a
multidisciplinary team with skills in robotics, automation, computing, microfluidics, microsystems
and clean-room manufacturing. We’re looking for curious people with a good scientific background
wanting to thrive in the world of research and innovation.
Job description
The mission of this engineering position is to manufacture microfluidic chips in the MIMENTO
cleanroom. This includes developing and implementing processes for depositing and patterning
thin metal layers on glass wafers, depositing and patterning resin, aligning and assembling multiple
wafers, and fabricating microchannels in the glass thickness. A contribution to mask and chip design
is also expected, in collaboration with other project members. Once these processes have reached a
sufficient degree of maturity and robustness, they will need to be clearly documented in order to be
reproducible. The engineer recruited will also be involved in developing the interfacing of microfluidic
chips with experimental platforms, in order to propose a simple and systematic integration standard
guaranteeing in particular the absence of leakage, the absence of particle aggregates, and precise
flow control.
Tasks
• Deposition and structuring of thin metallic layers on glass.
• Resin deposition and patterning.
• Alignment and assembly of multiple wafers/microfluidic chips.
• Design of chips/masks.
• Etching microchannels within the glass.
• Interfacing/integration of microfluidic chips with experimental devices.
• Clearly documented processes to ensure reproducibility.
• Report writing and communication on research work : participation in the preparation of
technical reports and public communications on the project’s activities.
Skills
The successful candidate will have a Master’s or PhD degree in mechanical or electrical engineering,
applied physics, micro-nanotechnology, or a closely related discipline. He or she should have
excellent skills and practical experience in one or more of the following areas : robotics, mechatronics,
mechanical design, nanofabrication and microfabrication technologies. Experience at the
intersection of one or more of these fields is desirable. An interview will be part of the selection
procedure.
bioimp.recrutement@femto-st.fr

AS2M : Non-contact detection of magnetic nanoparticles
Context
The FEMTO-ST research institute (CNRS) innovates in cutting-edge technological solutions for the manufacture of biomedicines (drugs whose active ingredient is of biological origin), calling on a multidisciplinary team with skills in robotics, automation, computing, microfluidics, microsystems and clean-room manufacturing. We’re looking for curious people with a good scientific background wanting to thrive in the world of research and innovation.
Job description
The aim of this engineering position is to detect magnetic nanoparticles within certain biological samples isolated by magnetic sorting. Given the large number of cells contained in a few milliliters of drug, the use of a microscope with a high-magnification objective to monitor the entire sample has its limitations, particularly in terms of time. In addition, detection capability in opaque media is very limited. Our mission will therefore be to study and develop a suitable method for detecting magnetic nanoparticles in a biomedical sample. The ultimate aim will be to identify the presence or absence of residual contamination potentially harmful to the patient, to locate it within the sample and to isolate it for sample decontamination. FEMTO-ST has already demonstrated electrical impedance detection processes on microfluidic chips. Research along these lines could be pursued to assess their applicability to the detection of contamination of a biological sample by magnetic nanoparticles. A magnetic detection approach could also be explored as part of the BioImp project. The laboratory’s past experience in micromanipulation and sample sorting could support this project.
Tasks
Comparative study of magnetic element detection systems used in various fields according to several criteria : detection speed, accuracy, potential impact on cell viability, etc. • Development and implementation of an experimental platform for testing different detection methods. • Evaluation and characterization of the applicability of methods inspired by electrical impedance spectroscopy to the detection of magnetic nanoparticles in biological samples. • Experimental comparison with a magnetic approach. • Report writing and communication on the research work : participation in the preparation of technical reports and public communications on the project’s activities.
Skills
The successful candidate will have a Master’s or PhD degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, applied physics, nanotechnology, or a closely related discipline. He or she should have excellent skills and practical experience in one or more of the following areas : control of dynamic systems, robotics, mechatronics, mechanical design, signal processing or instrumentation. In particular, this includes demonstrated skills in programming, simulation, experimental implementation of mechatronic systems, data acquisition and analysis.
bioimp.recrutement@femto-st.fr
