Senior Biochemist/Material Scientist

Our goal is to translate cutting-edge material science into surgical technologies that redefine what's possible in soft tissue repair. Rooted in science, inspired by clinical need, and driven by purpose, our team is building the next generation of implantable solutions: smart, regenerative, and radically effective. Artonis AG is a bold new venture from Balgrist University Hospital, and we are looking for an exceptional lead scientist to join us at this pivotal moment. If you are a chemist with out-of-the box thinking, scientific rigor and the drive to bring inventions to reach patients, you are exactly who we're looking for.

Senior Biochemist/Material Scientist (ETH, University) Artonis AG
Your tasks

• Shape the evolution of our technology-from laboratory invention to clinical application
• Design and develop novel polymer / hybrid materials for the usage in orthopedic surgery
• Bridge your thorough expertise as material scientist / biochemist with engineers
• Contribute to our IP portfolio with expertise, creativity and foresight
• Deep dive into clinical and regulatory pathways with precision and purpose
• Serve with hands-on laboratory work as well as research projects for the Head of Research

Your profile

• PhD or master in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, or closely related field
• With experience in hydrogels and nanoparticles and a deep understanding of material characterization (e.g. rheology, compressive testing, swelling/degradation studies etc.)
• Passion for functional biomaterials or medical polymers, delivering patient value
• Strong track record of creative innovation and tangible outcomes
• Motivated hands-on lab scientist with independent working style, and a sense of adventure
• Excellent interdisciplinary skills to team up with engineering
• High creativity, multi disciplinarity and track record in generating intellectual property.
• Ideally with experience of in-vitro and in-vivo testing

Our offer

• An opportunity to shape the future of surgical innovation
• A defining scientist role in a company on the brink of clinical translation
• The chance to shape real-world solutions for some of the toughest surgical challenges
• Close collaboration with leading surgeons, testing labs and engineers
• A fast-paced, high-trust, low-ego environment where innovation thrives
• Competitive salary and equity package and the opportunity to leave your mark on the field
• Being part of a great medical ecosystem in Zürich with labs, key surgeons, Balgrist Campus and Balgrist University Hospital.

Next steps

We are looking forward to receiving your CV and your "why you"-letter by Jan 20th by uploading. Artonis AG, Forchstrasse 340, CH-8008 Zürich, Switzerland,

The Balgrist as an Employer

The Balgrist offers its skilled and motivated specialist employees an innovative environment with a practical orientation. Trainees benefit from a broad range of training and intern positions, and from high-quality instruction. We form part of Zurich's university medicine network, which also includes the University of Zurich, ETH Zurich and the other university hospitals in Zurich. That's how we keep our finger on the pulse of the medicine of the future.

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