Summary
The University of Basel invites applications for a PhD position in Computational Biology within the Pediatric Disease Modeling Lab. This opportunity focuses on utilizing systems biology and mathematical modeling to understand the influence of microbiome interactions on pediatric health.
PhD Position in Computational Biology Scholarship, Hegenheimermattweg 167c, Switzerland
Designation
PhD Position in Computational Biology (100%)
Research Area
- Systems Biology
- Mathematical Modeling
- Pediatric Health
- Microbiome Research
- Infectious Diseases and Non-communicable Diseases
Location
Hegenheimermattweg 167c, 4123 Allschwil, Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Background | Master’s degree in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field |
| Skills | Experience in programming (Python, R, MATLAB), excellent communication skills in English |
| Desirable Experience | Statistical/mechanistic modeling or machine learning, familiarity with biological data analysis |
| Motivational Interest | Strong interest in applying quantitative methods to biomedical questions, motivation to work in an international research environment |
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Analyze and integrate longitudinal multi-omics data from pediatric cohorts.
- Develop and parameterize mechanistic mathematical models.
- Apply statistical modeling, causal inference, and machine learning approaches.
- Collaborate with experimental and clinical research partners.
- Support and prepare scientific reports and articles.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications via the University of Basel Recruiting Portal, including:
- A cover letter describing research interests and motivation.
- A complete curriculum vitae.
- Contact details for at least two references.
For informal inquiries, contact Prof. Dr. Burcu Tepekule at burcu.tepekule@unibas.ch.
Last Date to Apply
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. The position is available from August 1, 2026, or later by mutual agreement.
