PhD position on cartilage tissue engineering for joint restoration 100%
PhD position on cartilage tissue engineering for joint restoration 100%
The Department of Biomedicine is a joint effort between the University of Basel and the University Hospitals Basel. It unites basic and clinical scientists to advance our understanding of health and disease and to develop pioneering therapies benefiting the lives of patients in ares of unmet need. With more than 70 research groups and 900 employees, the Department of Biomedicine is the largest department at the University. We are located in the heart of Basel at 6 different locations. Be part of our future!
The Cartilage Engineering group (Prof. Andrea Barbero) at the Department of Biomedicine, University Hospital Basel is seeking a PhD candidate for a project focused on chondral and osteochondral defects regeneration. The position is fully funded by the SNF and will be performed in collaboration with the Biomedical Laser and Optics Laboratory (Prof. Ferda Canbaz) and the Bio-Inspired Robots for Medicine Laboratory (Prof. Georg Rauter) at the Vetsuisse Faculty (University of Zurich). Starting date is September 2024. The Cartilage Engineering group is an interdisciplinary team with expertise in the biological and engineering sciences, as well as clinical trials with cell-based treatments for musculoskeletal tissue regeneration. The city of Basel, which is located on the borders of both France and Germany, is one of the leading life sciences, pharmaceutical and biotechnological centers in the world.
The Cartilage Engineering group (Prof. Andrea Barbero) at the Department of Biomedicine, University Hospital Basel is seeking a PhD candidate for a project focused on chondral and osteochondral defects regeneration. The position is fully funded by the SNF and will be performed in collaboration with the Biomedical Laser and Optics Laboratory (Prof. Ferda Canbaz) and the Bio-Inspired Robots for Medicine Laboratory (Prof. Georg Rauter) at the Vetsuisse Faculty (University of Zurich). Starting date is September 2024. The Cartilage Engineering group is an interdisciplinary team with expertise in the biological and engineering sciences, as well as clinical trials with cell-based treatments for musculoskeletal tissue regeneration. The city of Basel, which is located on the borders of both France and Germany, is one of the leading life sciences, pharmaceutical and biotechnological centers in the world.
Your position
The project aims to investigate the impact of laser ablation on joint tissues using innovative robotic laser systems and to evaluate its effect of the cartilage and subchondral bone at tissue, cellular and molecular levels. Additionally, the project aims to assess the efficacy of therapeutic cells in the ablated joint samples using various in vitro and in vivo cartilage repair models.
The candidate is expected to:
The candidate is expected to:
- design and conduct in vitro experiments, using diverse 3D culture methods for data collection
- explore interactions between laser ablated joint samples and therapeutic cells
- perform characterization of joint tissue samples obtained from regenerative tissues in animal studies
- generate scientific texts, including abstracts, publications, presentations and protocols
Your profile
We seek a highly motivated candidate with:
- background in musculoskeletal research, cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, or tissue engineering (strong advantage)
- experience with cell and tissue culture, RTqPCR, immunoassays, viability assays, microscopy, or histology (strong advantage)
- excitement to work in a collaborative interdisciplinary environment
- independent thinking, ambition, focus on discovery and dedication to perform research of the highest quality
- excellent communication and writing skills (English)
We offer you
- opportunity to working in a high-level scientific laboratory with accomplished collaborators and clinical partners
- training and guidance from experienced staff and research group leaders
- versatile responsibilities within a dynamic research group, promoting a healthy work-life balance
- participation to conferences and networking events with experts in Switzerland and globally
- Attractive working conditions and salary according to the standards of the University of Basel
Application / Contact
Please send your Motivation letter, CV (including List of Publications) and References (or contact details of referees) to Prof. Andrea Barbero (Write an email). The selection process will include interviews and scientific presentations of shortlisted candidates. The position is available from September 15th 2024.
For more information on the research group, please visit:
https://biomedizin.unibas.ch/en/research/research-groups/barbero-lab/
Please send your Motivation letter, CV (including List of Publications) and References (or contact details of referees) to Prof. Andrea Barbero (Write an email). The selection process will include interviews and scientific presentations of shortlisted candidates. The position is available from September 15th 2024.
For more information on the research group, please visit:
https://biomedizin.unibas.ch/en/research/research-groups/barbero-lab/
Universität Basel
4000 Basel
4000 Basel
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4000 Basel
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