PhD student in Cell biology and in vitro toxicology (100%)
Job Description
PhD student in Cell biology and in vitro toxicology (100%)
School of Life Sciences FHNW, Institute for Chemistry and Bioanalytics
Degree and continuing education programmes for society – we are effective
Your tasks
In the Institue of Chemistry and Bioanalytics (School of Life Sciences, FHNW), we are looking for a bright and enthusiastic PhD student in the group of Prof. Laura Suter-Dick «Cell biology and in vitro toxicology».
The main focus of the 4-year project will be:
- Developing and implementing state of the art, advanced cell culture systems (e.g. 3D-cultures, brainspheres)
- Investigating developmental neurotoxicity, with particular focus on elucidating and assessing the role of microglia
The project is funded by SCAHT (Swiss Centre for Applied Human Toxicology) and will be carried out in collaboration with the University of Lausanne, ETH-Zurich and University of Geneva. The working place will be in the FHNW new Campus Muttenz, just outside Basel, Switzerland.
Your profile
We are looking for a candidate with the following qualifications:
- Experience in mammalian cell culture, preferably using iPSCs with a focus on neurobiology
- Know-how in 3D-cell cultures and microfluidic systems would be an asset
- Strong interest in toxicology and in the development of new approach methodologies (NAMs)
- Proficiency in performing standard cell-based assays (cytotoxicity, qPCR, immunofluorescence)
- Willingness to develop and implement new approaches in a collaboration with skilled neuroscientist in our institute and in collaborating universities
- Interest in imaging techniques and experience in microscopy techniques would be an asset
- Fluency in English (oral and written)
- Knowledge of German and/or French would be beneficial
Your prospects:
The FHNW School of Life Sciences offers state-of-the-art technical, laboratory and office facilities. Contributing to the school’s highly motivating working environment – which is second to none – are its collaboration with a large number of companies and institutions in Switzerland and abroad, a widely varied programme of scientific events, and daily contact with young students in research and teaching. The FHNW is also committed to equal opportunities and the compatibility of private and professional life.
Your benefits:
Wide range of university sports
Cultural programme of lectures, concerts, theatre and films
Established implementation of equal pay
Targeted promotion of doctoral projects
Annual working time (42 hours/week) with the option of part-time and teleworking
Mentoring programme for career development
Start Date: immediately.
Your workplace
Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz FHNW
Hofackerstrasse 30
4132 Muttenz
Hofackerstrasse 30
4132 Muttenz
Any questions?
About the position:
Laura Suter-Dick, Professor Biomolecular Test System, Contact: +41 61 228 56 59
About the recruiting process:
Cristina Kabas, HR Manager, Contact: +41 61 228 54 02
Will you soon belong to our team? We look forward to your application.
Cristina Kabas