Summary
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Basel is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow in Computational Biology. This position focuses on systems biology and mathematical modeling to understand the interplay between early-life exposures to the microbiome and pediatric health outcomes.
Postdoctoral Fellow – Computational Biology, University of Basel, Switzerland
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow (100%)
| Research Area | Location |
|---|---|
| Systems Biology, Computational Biology | University of Basel, Switzerland |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Essential:
- PhD in biostatistics, epidemiology, computational biology, or a related quantitative field.
- Strong background in statistical modeling and causal inference methods.
- Experience with longitudinal data analysis.
- Interest in developmental biology, immunology, or pediatric health.
- Proficiency in scientific programming (e.g., R, Python, or Julia).
- Excellent communication and writing skills in English.
- Desirable:
- Experience with multi-omics data integration or microbiome data analysis.
- Familiarity with Markov models or trajectory analysis methods.
Job Description
As a Postdoctoral Fellow, you will:
- Develop and apply advanced statistical and causal inference methods to characterize developmental trajectories from longitudinal multi-omics data.
- Build mechanistic mathematical models describing microbiome-immune dynamics.
- Apply Bayesian inference and model fitting approaches.
- Collaborate with experimental and clinical research partners.
- Contribute to scientific publications and grant applications.
- Engage in a collaborative research environment with leading institutions.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications via the University of Basel Recruiting-Portal, including:
- (A) Cover letter describing your research interests and motivation.
- (B) Complete curriculum vitae.
- (C) Contact details of at least two references who can provide recommendation letters upon request.
For informal inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Burcu Tepekule at burcu.tepekule@unibas.ch.
Last Date to Apply
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The position is available from August 1, 2026, or later by mutual agreement.
The University of Basel is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer committed to excellence through diversity.
