Postdoc: Bioelectronic Interfaces for Real-Time Cellular Control

1000scholars; Zürich; On-site; CHF 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ETH Zürich's Department of Biosystems Science and Engineering invites exceptional candidates to apply for a postdoctoral position in pioneering bioelectronic and synthetic biology projects based in Basel. The role integrates biology, engineering, and physical sciences to develop programmable cells for wireless, real-time control of therapeutic expression.

The project combines bioelectronic interfaces, nanotechnology, and electrochemical insights, with opportunities to create implant concepts and

Qualifications

• We seek highly motivated applicants with a background in physics, material science, or chemistry.
• Ideally with expertise in bioelectronics or software simulations, or a willingness to acquire it, plus knowledge of electrochemistry and materials chemistry.
• Collaborative mindset to work with molecular biologists and bioengineers and pursue a career in R&D or entrepreneurship.

Responsibilities

• Postdoctoral projects will combine catalyst engineering, computational simulation, bioelectrode device fabrication, and electrical engineering to develop bioelectronic interfaces enabling closed-loop programming of cellular behaviour and real-time monitoring of metabolic activity.
• There will also be opportunities to design novel bioelectronic implants and develop specialized control software.

Skills

Bioelectronics

Software simulations

Electrochemistry

Materials chemistry

Education

PhD in physics, chemistry, or materials science

Job description

ETH Zürich's Department of Biosystems Science and Engineering invites exceptional candidates to apply for a postdoctoral position in pioneering bioelectronic and synthetic biology projects based in Basel. The role integrates biology, engineering, and physical sciences to develop programmable cells for wireless, real-time control of therapeutic expression.

The project combines bioelectronic interfaces, nanotechnology, and electrochemical insights, with opportunities to create implant concepts and