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Post-doctoral Researcher / Advanced Research Scientist in Smart Therapeutic Footwear and Diabetic Foot Ulcer Prevention University Hospitals of Geneva in Switzerland
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Biomedical Engineering
Funding
A 4-year Fonds national suisse (FNS) funded multidisciplinary postdoctoral project in collaboration with EPFL.
Deadline
Sep 15, 2026
Country
Switzerland
University
University Hospital of Geneva
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About this position
University Hospitals of Geneva (HUG) and the University of Geneva (UNIGE), in collaboration with EPFL, are recruiting a Post-doctoral Researcher / Advanced Research Scientist for a 4-year FNS-funded multidisciplinary project.
The project focuses on smart therapeutic footwear and intelligent foot pressure off-loading to help prevent diabetic foot ulcers and reduce the risk of lower-limb amputations. This is a strong fit for candidates interested in biomechanics, diabetes, clinical research, and medical innovation.
The post is based at the Unit of Therapeutic Patient Education at HUG / Faculté de médecine - UNIGE. A valid Swiss work permit would be an advantage because of time-sensitive hiring needs.
Applications are only considered if complete. Deadline: 15 September 2026. Interested candidates should email their application to [email protected] and review the full position description before applying.
Funding details
A 4-year Fonds national suisse (FNS) funded multidisciplinary postdoctoral project in collaboration with EPFL.
What's required
Applicants should have strong interest or experience in biomechanics, diabetes, clinical research, and medical innovation. A valid Swiss work permit would be an advantage due to time-sensitive hiring needs. Only complete applications will be considered.
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Professors
Professor of Medicine; Head, Unit of Therapeutic Patient Education; Director, WHO Collaborating Centre
Switzerland
Research Interests
Clinical Nutrition
Tissue Engineering
Diabetology
Cardiometabolic Health
Insulin Resistance
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