Postdoctoral Position in Biological and Molecular Systems on CMOS Sensing/Actuating Platforms ETH Zurich in Switzerland

ETH Zurich’s Integrated Devices, Electronics, and Systems (IDEAS) Group is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher for an interdisciplinary project at the interface of biology, molecular systems, bioelectronics, biosensors, CMOS integrated circuits, electrochemistry, and cell culture.

The position focuses on biological and molecular assays and bio-experiments for CMOS sensing/actuating platforms. The successful candidate will work on long-term culture and maintenance of neurons and other cell-based assays on CMOS IC chips, including human stem-cell-derived cells and animal-based cells. The role also includes development of stable cell-microelectrode interfaces, molecular and electrochemical experiments on micro-/nano-electrode arrays, surface functionalization, electrodeposition, electrochemical reactions, molecular synthesis, and biological characterization using microscopy, fluorescence-based assays, and electrochemical measurements.

This is not a CMOS electronic circuits research position. Instead, the post is aimed at candidates with strong hands-on expertise in cell biology, molecular biology, neuroscience, chemistry, electrochemistry, bioengineering, or biomedical engineering, especially those with experience in long-term neuronal culture, cellular assays, and bioelectronic or organ-on-chip platforms. The role also involves working closely with CMOS electronics researchers, contributing to teaching in a graduate-level course, mentoring students, presenting at conferences, and publishing peer-reviewed papers.

The position is based at ETH Zurich and is described as fully funded for an initial period of 1–2 years, with possible extension depending on performance and available funding. Applicants should submit a cover letter, concise CV, diploma and certificates, and five best publications through the online portal. Questions can be directed to [email protected].

Research keywords: bioelectronics, biosensors, CMOS, molecular assays, genomics, proteomics, cell biology, neuroscience, electrochemistry, microelectrode arrays, organ-on-chip.