One graduate student position (at MSc. or PhD level) is available for microfluidic-material research. The successful candidate will pursue his/her degree via interdisciplinary research of microfluidics, polymer and advanced manufacture. The main goal of this position is to leverage droplet-based microfluidics as a multifunctional, miniaturized and automated platform for advanced manufacture of various materials, e.g. hydrogel and other soft materials or elastic polymer. The developed system can be translated to a wide range of applications such as soft robotics and additive manufacture of bio-materials. As part of an experienced dynamic team, the candidate will have the opportunity to explore a broad range of research ideas using numerical models and experimental analysis tools for transport phenomena in microfluidic chips and various applications.
The candidate for this position should have:
- A BSc. degree and/or an MSc. degree in materials engineering, chemical engineering, polymer science, applied physics, or related fields.
- Knowledge and familiarity with microfluidics, Lab-on-a-Chip technology and advanced manufacture is an asset.
- Flexibility and ability to work in multidisciplinary and collaborative research projects.
- Excellent communications skills, creativity, ability to work independently and as a team.
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We are strongly committed to building an inclusive and diverse community with a shared purpose and employment equity. We encourage applications from women, persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. The diversity of our workplace is at the core of our creativity and innovation and strengthens our research. We seek candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.