Postdoc Positions for Synthetic Biology-Inspired Bioelectronics

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100%, Basel, fixed-term


The Biotechnology and Bioengineering group directed by Prof. Dr. Martin Fussenegger at the Department of Biosystems Science and Engineering (D-BSSE) of ETH Zurich in Basel is recruiting Postdocs for research projects in the field of Synthetic Biology-inspired bioelectronics.

The D-BSSE is the first truly interdisciplinary research department of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, ETH Zurich where theory, experimental biology and engineering groups team up to foster advances in Systems Biology, Biotechnology and Synthetic Biology. With its headquarters and laboratories in Basel, Switzerland, the D-BSSE is situated in the heart of the Biovalley, a tri-national region hosting 40% of the global life science industry including several pharma giants, providing a unique environment for high-leverage translational research.


Project background

Our group uses state-of-the-art Synthetic Biology principles to engineer human cells and develop cell-based therapies for the treatment of cancer as well as metabolic, neurodegenerative, autoimmune and infectious diseases. Please consult our webpage and published work for further information.


Job description

The projects will combine cell engineering, material science, software design and electrical engineering to shape bioelectronic interfaces that enable closed-loop electronic programming of cellular behavior and electronic recording of cellular metabolic activities. Successful candidates may also choose to design novel bioelectronic implants and design specific control software.


Your profile

Applicants should have a background in electrical engineering, material science or software design and are exceptionally motivated to team up with the group's molecular biologists. We expect an outstanding study record, strong publication record as well as the ambition to pursue an academic, industrial R&D career or to initiate start-up activities.


ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.

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