Computational Biology PhD Position in Multimodal Biomarker Discovery

vor 4 Wochen


St Gallen, Sankt Gallen, Schweiz EMPA Vollzeit
PhD Position in Computational Biology: Uncovering Novel Biomarkers for Chronic Wound Development

Empa, a leading research institution in the ETH Domain, is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic PhD candidate to join its 'Multi-omics for healthcare materials' group. The project aims to discover novel protein and metabolite biomarkers specific for the early phases of chronic wound development, contributing to the design of a precision, self-care integrated system for wound evolution monitoring and treatment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Characterize molecular determinants leading to stalled wound healing and chronic wound development.
  • Analyze datasets from comprehensive proteomic and metabolomic characterization of wound exudates.
  • Implement existing and develop novel approaches for biomarker identification from high-throughput molecular measurements.
Requirements:
  • Master's degree in computational biology or a related field.
  • Prior experience with programming, statistics, and biomedical research.
  • Excellent English skills for verbal and written communication.
What We Offer:

Our team is located in St. Gallen at Empa, with a strong network of collaborators and clinical partners in Switzerland and abroad. We offer outstanding conditions in computational biology and translational biomedical research, with a competitive salary and a broad interdisciplinary environment.

The PhD student will be enrolled at ETH Zurich and affiliated with the Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics. We welcome all people interested in innovative, sustainable, and meaningful activities. If you are passionate about computational biology and translational research, we encourage you to apply.



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