PhD Position in Pain Phenotyping: Balgrist University Hospital is offering a fully-funded PhD position focusing on neurophysiological pain phenotyping in individuals with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). This opportunity integrates interdisciplinary research with a collaborative team of experts in pain research, neurology, and rheumatology.
PhD Position in Neurophysiological Pain Phenotyping
Designation
PhD Researcher
Research Area
Neurophysiological Pain Phenotyping in Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Location
Balgrist University Hospital, Spinal Cord Injury Center, Forchstrasse 340, 8008 Zürich, Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification
- A Master’s degree in neuroscience, biology, biomedicine, medicine, health sciences, or a related field.
- Strong background in pain research, neurophysiology, or clinical neuroscience is highly desirable.
- Experience with clinical data collection, patient interaction, or sensory testing is advantageous.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., R, MATLAB, SPSS).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Good/fluent verbal communication skills in German (for patient assessments).
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including clinicians, neuroscientists, and molecular biologists to investigate pain mechanisms in CRPS.
- Identify neurophysiological alterations in individuals with acute CRPS that could predict clinical disease courses.
- Relate neurophysiological changes to molecular and cellular alterations in CRPS-affected skin through collaboration with molecular biologists.
- Conduct in-depth pain phenotyping using various assessment methods including clinical pain characterization, neurophysiology (pain-related evoked potentials and autonomic responses), and quantitative sensory testing.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application, including a CV and cover letter, addressing their qualifications and motivation for the role. Applications can be sent directly to the contact person provided below.
Last Date to Apply
Applications are open until 01.01.2026.
For questions about the role, please contact:
Prof. Dr. Michèle Hubli
Head of Research
Phone: 044 510 72 03
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