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Petra Dittrich

9 months ago

PhD position in Development of a Microfluidic Platform for Diagnosis of Sepsis ETH Zürich in Switzerland

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Biomedical Engineering

Funding

Available

Deadline

Expired

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Switzerland

University

ETH Zürich

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Keywords

Biomedical Engineering
Biotechnology
Medical Imaging
Biology
Medical Science
Clinical Translation
Biosensor
Bioassay
Lab-on-a-chip Technology
Microfluidic
bio engineering

About this position

This PhD position at ETH Zürich focuses on the development of a microfluidic (lab-on-chip) platform for the rapid diagnosis of sepsis, a critical and life-threatening condition. The project, RadiantDx, is a multidisciplinary collaboration involving the Bioanalytics Group at ETH Zürich, the Institute of Medical Microbiology at the University of Zurich, the Department of Informatics at ETH Zürich, and other partners. The aim is to create a miniaturized system that enables fast and accurate sepsis diagnosis, reducing unnecessary antibiotic use and improving patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team and work closely with a postdoctoral fellow on the design, manufacturing, and optimization of microfluidic platforms. Key responsibilities include developing and testing biological assays, performing imaging and data analysis, preparing the platform for clinical use, publishing research findings, and actively participating in group and consortium meetings. The project offers a unique opportunity to work at the interface of technology development and clinical application, with direct impact on patient care.

Applicants should have a Master’s degree in microsystems engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related interdisciplinary field. Candidates with backgrounds in biology, bioengineering, biotechnology, or microbiology and a strong interest in technology development are also encouraged to apply. The group values openness to interdisciplinary research, strong communication skills in English, and the ability to work collaboratively. The position is funded for four years, with a standard ETH Zurich PhD salary and benefits, and offers advanced training, personal development opportunities, and support for participation in international conferences.

ETH Zürich is renowned for its excellence in science and technology, fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. The university encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and is committed to sustainability and equal opportunity. Applications must be submitted online through the ETH Zurich application portal and should include a motivation letter, CV, academic transcripts, and two reference letters. For further information about the position, candidates may contact Prof. Petra Dittrich at [email protected] (no applications via email).

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants must hold a Master's degree in microsystems engineering, biomedical engineering, or an interdisciplinary study programme. Candidates with backgrounds in biology, bioengineering, biotechnology, or microbiology and a strong interest in technology development are also welcome to apply. The ideal candidate should be eager to learn and improve novel methods, open to interdisciplinary research, and able to communicate effectively across disciplines. Good communication skills in English and the ability to work in a team are required. Application documents include a motivation letter, CV, transcripts for Bachelor and Master degrees, and two reference letters.

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Research Interests

Medical Imaging

Biochemistry

Medical Science

Lab-on-a-chip Technology

Bioassay