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PhD Position in Sepsis Diagnostics, Nanopore Sequencing, and Metatranscriptomics University of Zürich in Switzerland

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PhD

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Computer Science

Funding

The position offers a dynamic, interdisciplinary research environment with training in wet-lab techniques and bioinformatic analysis, access to high-performance computing resources, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies. Specific details about stipend or tuition coverage are not provided.

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University of Zurich

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Computer Science
Microbiology
Biomedical Engineering
Biology
Computational Biology
Medical Science
Host-pathogen Interaction
Rna-seq
Bioinformatic

About this position

The Institute of Medical Microbiology at the University of Zürich is offering a PhD position focused on the development, validation, and optimization of a metatranscriptomic RNA sequencing-based diagnostic tool for rapid sepsis diagnostics. The successful candidate will join the research group of Prof. Adrian Egli, with Dr. Ashley Rooney as Principal Investigator, and collaborate with Prof. Petra Dittrich and Dr. Andre Kahles from ETH Zürich as part of the RADIANT-Dx project consortium.

This interdisciplinary project aims to address the urgent need for rapid and accurate identification of bacterial infections in clinical settings, particularly for sepsis, by developing a portable diagnostic device that utilizes real-time metatranscriptomic RNA sequencing. The research will combine expertise in molecular microbiology, computational biology, and innovative diagnostic technologies.

The PhD candidate will optimize sequencing workflows, perform bioinformatic analysis of pathogen-host interactions, and participate in clinical validation studies, including proof-of-concept work at University Hospital Zurich. Key methods include direct RNA sequencing from whole blood using nanopore technology, metatranscriptomic data analysis, and device development for clinical diagnostics.

Applicants should have a background in Molecular Microbiology, Computational Biology, or a related field. Experience with RNA sequencing, nanopore sequencing, and bioinformatics is advantageous. The position offers training in both wet-lab and computational techniques, access to high-performance computing, and the chance to contribute to a project with significant clinical impact.

To apply, send your CV and motivation letter to Dr. Ashley Rooney ([email protected]) by January 16, 2026. For more information, consult the UZH Microbiology and Immunology PhD program details at ETH Zürich. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in sepsis diagnostics, next-generation sequencing, and translational medical research.

Funding details

The position offers a dynamic, interdisciplinary research environment with training in wet-lab techniques and bioinformatic analysis, access to high-performance computing resources, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies. Specific details about stipend or tuition coverage are not provided.

What's required

Applicants must have a background in Molecular Microbiology, Computational Biology, or a related field. Experience with RNA sequencing, nanopore sequencing technology, and bioinformatics analysis is advantageous but not mandatory. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, high attention to detail and organizational skills, strong writing and communication skills, and motivation to contribute to translational medical research.

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