Summary
The University of Basel is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD position in Antibiotic Biosensor Protein Engineering at the Biozentrum. The selected PhD student will work on developing advanced biosensors for antibiotics using protein engineering, computational design, and experimental molecular biology approaches to address the global challenge of antibiotic resistance.
PhD Scholarship 2026: Antibiotic Biosensor Protein Engineering at University of Basel, Switzerland
Scholarship Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Title | PhD Student – Antibiotic Biosensor Protein Engineering |
| University | University of Basel |
| Institute | Biozentrum |
| Position Type | Fully Funded PhD Position |
| Research Group | Prof. Knut Drescher Group |
| Starting Date | Immediately or as per agreement |
| Funding Program | Swiss National Competence Center in Research (NCCR) “AntiResist” |
| Location | Basel, Switzerland |
| Application Deadline | 20 August 2026 |
Subject Area
Molecular Microbiology, Biochemistry, Protein Engineering, Protein Design, Biosensors, Infection Biology, and Bioinformatics
Location
Biozentrum, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
Basel is a major international biomedical research hub located at the intersection of Switzerland, Germany, and France, offering excellent opportunities for scientific collaboration and career development.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Hold a Master’s degree with a research thesis in:
- Molecular microbiology
- Protein biochemistry
- Protein design
- A related discipline relevant to the PhD project
- Strong motivation for interdisciplinary research.
- Interest in combining computational and experimental approaches in biosensor development.
Scholarship Description
The PhD project focuses on developing next-generation antibiotic biosensors to measure antibiotic concentrations at infection sites. The research aims to expand existing biosensor technologies to cover major antibiotic classes through protein design and engineering.
The doctoral researcher will:
- Design and develop antibiotic biosensor candidates using computational approaches.
- Perform experimental validation of engineered proteins.
- Apply biosensors in bacterial infection models.
- Study antibiotic concentration dynamics in systems including biofilms, stem-cell-derived organoids, and bioengineered tissues.
- Work within the Swiss-wide NCCR AntiResist research network.
The position provides:
- Full PhD funding.
- Access to advanced research facilities and core technologies.
- Participation in a structured PhD program.
- Collaboration within an international and multidisciplinary scientific environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their application through the official online application form.
Required documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Brief statement describing research experience and motivation for the position
- Contact details of two academic references
Applications submitted outside the online form will not be considered.
Last Date to Apply
20 August 2026
Official Application Portal: Available through the University of Basel Biozentrum online application system.
