项目介绍

2026年9月23日

Project background

Advancing the Frontiers of Bioelectronics and Synthetic Biology

Our group integrates state-of-the-art synthetic biology with advanced nanotechnology, and electrogenetic interfaces to engineer human cells for next generation bioelectronic medicine, designing programmable cells that respond to electrical, electromagnetic, acoustic and biochemical cues to achieve wireless, real-time control of therapeutic protein expression and metabolic regulation. Leveraging innovative platforms such as direct-current-actuated regulation, electromagnetic programming of wireless expression, and closed-loop systems, we aim to translate these technologies into clinically relevant, minimally invasive therapies for cancer, as well as metabolic, neurodegenerative, autoimmune, and infectious diseases.

Job description

• PhD projects will combine catalyst engineering, computational simulation, bioelectrode device fabrication, and electrical engineering to develop bioelectronic interfaces enabling closed-loop programming of cellular behaviour and real-time monitoring of metabolic activity
• There will also be opportunities to design novel bioelectronic implants and develop specialized control software

Profile

• We are seeking highly motivated applicants with a background in physics, material science, or chemistry
• Ideally with expertise in bioelectronics or software simulations, or a strong willingness to acquire it, alongside solid knowledge of electrochemistry and materials chemistry
• Candidates should be eager to collaborate closely with molecular biologists and bioengineers and demonstrate a strong academic record with the ambition to pursue a career in industrial R&D, or entrepreneurship

We offer

• Your job with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive change in society
• We are actively committed to a sustainable and climate-neutral university
• You can expect numerous benefits, such as public transport season tickets and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ, childcare and attractive pension benefits

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Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• CV
• Complete academic transcripts
• A list of publications
• A motivation letter
• Two letters of recommendation
• A brief research plan (1 page) 

Further information about the Department of Biosystems Science and Engineering can be found on our website or in our published work. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Professor Martin Fussenegger, martin.fussenegger@bsse.ethz.ch (no applications). Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.