Postdoctoral Position in Cellular Systems: ETH Zurich invites applications for a postdoctoral research position focusing on the mechanotyping of complex cellular systems. The project aims to uncover how mechanical properties and physical phenotypes integrate with molecular networks to regulate cellular function across multiple biological scales.
Postdoctoral Research Position in Mechanotyping of Complex Cellular Systems
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (100%, Fixed-Term)
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Mechanobiology, Nanotechnology, Systems Biology, Quantitative Biology |
| Location | Basel, Switzerland |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD in cell biology, mechanobiology, bionanotechnology, systems biology, and related fields |
| Applications | Online through the ETH Zurich portal |
| Last Date for Apply | March 1, 2026 (evaluations on a rolling basis) |
Job Description
The position involves working at the intersection of mechanobiology, nanotechnology, systems biology, and quantitative biology, focusing on:
- Quantitative mechanotyping of single cells, tissues, and multicellular systems (e.g., organoids, spheroids).
- Development and application of nanotechnological platforms for force sensing and mechanical phenotyping.
- Utilizing advanced cell biological techniques including live-cell imaging and super-resolution microscopy.
- Integrating mechanical phenotypes with molecular, signaling, and transcriptional networks through systems biology approaches.
- Engaging in quantitative modeling and data-driven analysis of multi-parameter cellular states.
- Employing high-throughput and multi-scale approaches to link mechanical properties to functional cellular outcomes.
The position provides the freedom to shape experimental pipelines connecting physical measurements with systems-level biological insights in a collaborative environment at ETH Zürich.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents as a single PDF through the online application portal:
- Letter of Motivation
- CV including a list of publications
- Two letters of recommendation
- Brief statement of research interests (1500 characters)
- Copy of original doctoral degree certificate
Contact Information
For inquiries about the position, please contact Prof. Dr. Daniel J. Müller at daniel.mueller@bsse.ethz.ch (Please note that applications via email will not be accepted).
About ETH Zürich
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