Postdoc Position in Intravital Imaging: The Laboratory for Bone Biomechanics (LBB) at the Institute for Biomechanics at ETH Zurich is offering a Postdoc position focused on multiphoton intravital imaging of heterotopic ossification and bone fracture healing. This position is part of the SNSF Sinergia project SLIHI4BONE, which investigates the mechanisms behind bone formation in soft tissue.
Postdoc Position in Multiphoton Intravital Imaging
Designation: Postdoc
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Multiphoton intravital imaging, heterotopic ossification, bone fracture healing, skeletal research |
| Location | Zurich, Switzerland |
| Eligibility/Qualification | – PhD degree in physics or biophysics– Experience in intravital imaging (first author publications required)- Previous experience with ratiometric imaging (advantageous)- Previous experience with in vivo animal models (advantageous)- Excellent English communication skills (oral and written)- High motivation and interest in skeletal research- Ability to work independently on complex tasks- Familiarity with a cross-cultural/interdisciplinary environment (advantageous) |
| Job Description | – Development of intravital imaging protocols for HO and impaired bone healing using time-lapsed micro-computed tomography and multiphoton microscopy- Extension of intravital imaging technology to include ratiometric imaging for the quantification of bone marrow interstitial pH and calcium concentrations- Imaging support for in vivo experiments |
| How to Apply | Submit your application online through the ETH Zurich online application portal, including a motivation letter, curriculum vitae, publication list, and contact details of two academic references. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered. |
| Last Date to Apply | The recruitment process aims to conclude before the end of January 2026. |
