Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering and Department of Electrical Engineering, SBASSE, LUMS
Applications are open for the position of a Research Assistant, to commence as soon as possible, to contribute to a funded research project focusing on developing a new optical sensor platform. This project is under the joint supervision of Dr. Basit Yameen from the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering and Dr. Imran Cheema from the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Syed Babar Ali School of Sciences and Engineering, LUMS. We are looking for a talented and motivated scientist who is passionate about advancing technologies for bio and chemical sensors. This opportunity will allow the candidate to make a real-life impact by engaging in high-quality scientific research with societal relevance.
Responsibilities:
- Proposing and developing strategies for surface chemical functionalisation, organic polymer synthesis, and characterisation of the resulting products to develop the targeted optical sensors.
- Participating in developing polymer-based systems that enhance the specificity and efficiency of optical sensor platforms.
- Analysing and understanding the properties of specific polymeric products required to serve target applications.
- Assisting with scientific and technical reporting, and the presentation of results.
- Providing leadership by supporting and mentoring other students.
- Collaborating with other researchers within the research group led by Dr. Basit Yameen and Dr. Imran Cheema.
Your Profile:
The applicant must possess a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. A master’s degree in chemistry with experience in surface functionalisation, organic or polymer synthesis, and characterisation would be advantageous.
We seek a highly motivated, committed, and creative individual capable of working effectively in a team with excellent written and oral communication skills.
The candidate will have a unique opportunity to develop research abilities while working in a top-level research environment with advanced laboratory infrastructure.
Lahore University of Management Sciences:
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) is a leading institution renowned for its academic excellence. It provides a diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in the fields of management, science and engineering, economics, law, and social sciences. LUMS is an Equal Opportunities Employer and encourages underrepresented minorities and women to apply.
Interested?
The position is available immediately. For further information, please contact Dr. Basit Yameen (basit.yameen@lums.edu.pk). To apply, please send your application, including a cover letter describing your motivation and research experiences, a curriculum vitae (CV) containing details of your academic record and research experiences, and contact information for two references, to the email address specified above. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please quote reference SensePolyCHEM-2 on your application and in any correspondence about this position.
Application Deadline: January 27, 2024