Postdoctoral Researcher for the Sinergy CBR Project

Location: Monterrey Campus

Disruption is the new normal, and at Tecnológico de Monterrey, every morning we wake up with the responsibility of transforming our surroundings. Our processes are people-centered, ensuring extraordinary experiences through our talent and the innovative Educational Model. Here, you’ll find your purpose, seize innovative opportunities, and be part of a collaborative culture based on inclusion, meritocracy, and respect.

What will you do?

You will carry out the Sinergy CBR project: A novel laser-based platform for unraveling fluid–algae interactions toward optimal CO₂ capture. Your work will include building the experimental setup to trap algal cells using dark focus optical tweezers and studying the impact of fluid pressure and shear fluctuations on the trapped cells.

• Design of the experimental setup related to the Sinergy CBR project
• Construction and execution of experiments in the areas of optics and fluid mechanics
• Analysis and interpretation of experimental data
• Contribution to scientific publications
• Participation in scientific conferences
• Be a role model in promoting our code of ethics and practicing a leadership style focused on human flourishing

Your main challenges will be:

• Trapping algal cells with dark focus optical tweezers
• Analyzing cell behavior within the dark focus optical tweezers
• Studying the impact of pressure fluctuations on the trapped cell
• Studying the impact of shear fluctuations on the trapped cell

What are we looking for?

• PhD in Optics or Fluid Mechanics
• Minimum English level: B2

Why work with us?

Our talent is the driving force behind our success. Their talent, dedication, and passion are the fundamental pillars of our organization. That’s why we focus on offering quality benefits that promote emotional balance, financial well-being, and professional development.

Contact: Lucero Tamez
Email: lucero.tamez@tec.mx

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