Doctoral Position for Synthetic Biology-Inspired Therapies
Basel, Switzerland
Deadline not stated
About
Doctoral research at the Department of Biosystems Science and Engineering will engineer human cells for therapeutic applications using synthetic biology. Projects connect gene circuits, biosensors and molecular engineering to control therapeutic proteins and develop programmable cellular implants. The research addresses cancer and metabolic, neurological, autoimmune and infectious diseases, with experimental and clinical collaboration. Applicants should be skilled in molecular and cell biology, including mammalian cell culture and engineering.
Apply through the online portal with a CV, complete transcripts, publications, motivation letter, two recommendation letters and a one-page research plan. No closing date is advertised.
Requirements
Strong academic record and molecular/cell biology skills, including primary human cells or mammalian cell lines. Animal-work experience and relevant accredited training are advantageous.
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