PhD in Microfluidics: Organ-on-Chip Platform Development

Immigration Policy Lab; Basel; On-site; CHF 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ETH Zürich in Basel is offering a Doctoral Position to develop an organ-on-chip model system within the Bioanalytics Group. The role involves designing a microfluidic platform, executing biological assays, imaging, and data interpretation, with opportunities to publish and participate in collaborative research.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in microsystems/biomedical engineering or related interdisciplinary fields, with microfluidics experience and strong cross-disciplinary communication

Qualifications

• Master's degree in microsystems engineering, biomedical engineering or interdisciplinary study programmes.
• Background in biology, bioengineering, biotechnology, material sciences or microbiology welcome.
• Experience in microfluidics is desirable.
• Ability to communicate across disciplines and learn novel methods.
• Good communication in English and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and manufacture a microfluidic platform.
• Develop, optimize and test biological assays.
• Perform imaging (time-lapse microscopy), data analysis and interpretation.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Participate in group meetings and collaborative research discussions.
• Interact with group members and collaboration partners.

Job description

ETH Zürich in Basel is offering a Doctoral Position to develop an organ-on-chip model system within the Bioanalytics Group. The role involves designing a microfluidic platform, executing biological assays, imaging, and data interpretation, with opportunities to publish and participate in collaborative research.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in microsystems/biomedical engineering or related interdisciplinary fields, with microfluidics experience and strong cross-disciplinary communication