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University of Basel

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Fully Funded PhD in Molecular Microbiology: Bacterial Biofilms and Infection Biology University of Basel in Switzerland

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Microbiology

Funding

The PhD position is fully funded. The post also provides access to structured doctoral training and core research facilities; no stipend amount or specific tuition details are stated.

Deadline

Nov 15, 2026

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Switzerland

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University of Basel

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Microbiology
Biology
Microscopy
Medical Science
Pathogen Biology
Bacterial Genetics
Transcriptomic

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About this position

The University of Basel is offering a fully funded PhD position in molecular microbiology within the Biozentrum’s Knut Drescher Research Group in Switzerland.

The research focuses on bacterial biofilms and their roles in infection biology. The doctoral project will involve investigating bacterial communities using transcriptomics, bacterial genetics and confocal microscopy. This combination of approaches offers training in molecular microbiology, microbial genetics, imaging and infection-focused research.

The successful candidate will join an international, multidisciplinary research group and work in a research environment supported by structured doctoral training and access to core facilities. The position is suited to applicants interested in understanding bacterial biofilm biology through integrated molecular and microscopy-based methods.

Funding details

The PhD position is fully funded. The post also provides access to structured doctoral training and core research facilities; no stipend amount or specific tuition details are stated.

What's required

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree with a research thesis in molecular microbiology.

How to apply

Apply through the Biozentrum application form at the provided direct application link before 15 November 2026.

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