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"As Switzerland's incubator for innovation, Empa's research provides answers to the most pressing challenges facing
industry." Prof. Dr. Katharina Maniura, Biointerfaces "Empa's research on the highest international level plays a
leading role in the advancement of technology." Prof. Dr. Ayodhya Nath Tiwari, Thin Films and Photovoltaics "Empa's
materials science and technology research is of great benefit to society in the fields of energy, mobility,
environment, construction and health." Prof. Dr. Bernd Nowack, Technology and Society "For my research projects I use
first-class equipment. This is extremely important in dynamic 3D radiography." Dr. Ameet Aiyangar, Mechanical Systems
Engineering "Empa offers good employment conditions and supports equal opportunities. I consider this very important."
Irene Ferretto, Advanced Materials Processing "Empa has sites in three attractive regions in Switzerland. This also
ensures a good quality of life." Dr. Shanyu Zhao, Building Energy Materials and Components "We enjoy working in a team.
For us it is important that Empa pursues topics like sustainability and innovation." Michael Levy and Nikola Tatalovic,
Finances/Controlling "My work is exciting and highly diverse - and I am right there when research projects are being
implemented in NEST, Empa's research and innovation building." Yannic Trüb, Real Estate Management "At Empa I value the
good work environment and international collaboration." Subas Scheibler, Particles-Biology Interactions
PhD position in Computational Biology on the Discovery of Multimodal Biomarkers
Share Apply now Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100
employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research
institution of the ETH Domain.In line with Empa's mission, its ‘Multi-omics for healthcare materials’ group is starting
a computational biology project aiming to discover novel protein and metabolite biomarkers specific for the early
phases of chronic wound development. The project will be part of a larger Empa's initiative focused on the design of a
precision, self-care integrated system to completely understand, simulate and monitor skin wound evolution, with the
ultimate aim to treat and prevent chronic wounds.
Your tasks
The project will focus on the characterization of molecular determinants that lead to stalled wound healing and
chronic wound development. The student will guide analyses of datasets obtained through a comprehensive proteomic and
metabolomic characterization of wound exudates. The PhD student will work closely both with clinical partners as well
as with Empa groups responsible for the translation of research results. The PhD candidate will implement existing and
develop novel approaches for biomarker identification from high throughput molecular measurements. They should
therefore have a good knowledge of and a genuine interest in programing, statistics and biomedical research. This
ambitious project will be instrumental for the timely identification of high-risk wounds and it will additionally
explore new therapeutic approaches for the prevention of chronic wounds.
Your profile
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate with a strong background in computational biology or
a related field, who wants to pursue cutting-edge research oriented towards direct clinical applications.
Required qualifications include a Master's degree in computational biology or a related field. Prior experience with
programming, statistics and biomedical research is essential, while experience with biomarker discovery is advantageous
but not strictly required. Excellent English skills, both in verbal and written communication, are required for the
project. We are looking for results-oriented team player.
Our offer
Our team is located in St. Gallen at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technologies (Empa). We
have a strong network of collaborators and clinical partners in Switzerland and abroad and offer outstanding conditions
in the field of computational biology and translational biomedical research. The environment at Empa strongly fosters
science and entrepreneurship. Empa offers an outstanding infrastructure, a broad interdisciplinary environment and
competitive salaries. The PhD student will be enrolled at ETH Zurich and will be affiliated with the Swiss Institute of
Bioinformatics. The position is available starting February 2025 or upon agreement, with a planned duration of three to
four years.We live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative,
sustainable and meaningful activities - that's what counts.We look forward to receiving your complete online
application including a letter of motivation, CV, certificates, diplomas and contact details of two reference persons.
Please submit these exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be
considered.SarahStüdli, Bereichspersonalleiterin / HR Partner
Questions?
Dr.MarijaBuljan
Group Leader
Particles-Biology Interactions
Your future place of work
Empa
Lerchenfeldstrasse 5
9014St. Gallen
Empa as an employer
Innovative, sustainable, meaningful activities Creating added value for society International, multicultural working
environment Freedom to create and develop Culture of inclusion and respect Excellent balance between different areas of
life Multiple award-winning and certified employer Benefits for rail, mobile, childcare, catering, etc.
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Empa website
Working in Switzerland
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industry." Prof. Dr. Katharina Maniura, Biointerfaces "Empa's research on the highest international level plays a
leading role in the advancement of technology." Prof. Dr. Ayodhya Nath Tiwari, Thin Films and Photovoltaics "Empa's
materials science and technology research is of great benefit to society in the fields of energy, mobility,
environment, construction and health." Prof. Dr. Bernd Nowack, Technology and Society "For my research projects I use
first-class equipment. This is extremely important in dynamic 3D radiography." Dr. Ameet Aiyangar, Mechanical Systems
Engineering "Empa offers good employment conditions and supports equal opportunities. I consider this very important."
Irene Ferretto, Advanced Materials Processing "Empa has sites in three attractive regions in Switzerland. This also
ensures a good quality of life." Dr. Shanyu Zhao, Building Energy Materials and Components "We enjoy working in a team.
For us it is important that Empa pursues topics like sustainability and innovation." Michael Levy and Nikola Tatalovic,
Finances/Controlling "My work is exciting and highly diverse - and I am right there when research projects are being
implemented in NEST, Empa's research and innovation building." Yannic Trüb, Real Estate Management "At Empa I value the
good work environment and international collaboration." Subas Scheibler, Particles-Biology Interactions
PhD position in Computational Biology on the Discovery of Multimodal Biomarkers
Share Apply now Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100
employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research
institution of the ETH Domain.In line with Empa's mission, its ‘Multi-omics for healthcare materials’ group is starting
a computational biology project aiming to discover novel protein and metabolite biomarkers specific for the early
phases of chronic wound development. The project will be part of a larger Empa's initiative focused on the design of a
precision, self-care integrated system to completely understand, simulate and monitor skin wound evolution, with the
ultimate aim to treat and prevent chronic wounds.
Your tasks
The project will focus on the characterization of molecular determinants that lead to stalled wound healing and
chronic wound development. The student will guide analyses of datasets obtained through a comprehensive proteomic and
metabolomic characterization of wound exudates. The PhD student will work closely both with clinical partners as well
as with Empa groups responsible for the translation of research results. The PhD candidate will implement existing and
develop novel approaches for biomarker identification from high throughput molecular measurements. They should
therefore have a good knowledge of and a genuine interest in programing, statistics and biomedical research. This
ambitious project will be instrumental for the timely identification of high-risk wounds and it will additionally
explore new therapeutic approaches for the prevention of chronic wounds.
Your profile
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate with a strong background in computational biology or
a related field, who wants to pursue cutting-edge research oriented towards direct clinical applications.
Required qualifications include a Master's degree in computational biology or a related field. Prior experience with
programming, statistics and biomedical research is essential, while experience with biomarker discovery is advantageous
but not strictly required. Excellent English skills, both in verbal and written communication, are required for the
project. We are looking for results-oriented team player.
Our offer
Our team is located in St. Gallen at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technologies (Empa). We
have a strong network of collaborators and clinical partners in Switzerland and abroad and offer outstanding conditions
in the field of computational biology and translational biomedical research. The environment at Empa strongly fosters
science and entrepreneurship. Empa offers an outstanding infrastructure, a broad interdisciplinary environment and
competitive salaries. The PhD student will be enrolled at ETH Zurich and will be affiliated with the Swiss Institute of
Bioinformatics. The position is available starting February 2025 or upon agreement, with a planned duration of three to
four years.We live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative,
sustainable and meaningful activities - that's what counts.We look forward to receiving your complete online
application including a letter of motivation, CV, certificates, diplomas and contact details of two reference persons.
Please submit these exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be
considered.SarahStüdli, Bereichspersonalleiterin / HR Partner
Questions?
Dr.MarijaBuljan
Group Leader
Particles-Biology Interactions
Your future place of work
Empa
Lerchenfeldstrasse 5
9014St. Gallen
Empa as an employer
Innovative, sustainable, meaningful activities Creating added value for society International, multicultural working
environment Freedom to create and develop Culture of inclusion and respect Excellent balance between different areas of
life Multiple award-winning and certified employer Benefits for rail, mobile, childcare, catering, etc.
Good to know
Empa website
Working in Switzerland
Employment process
Conditions of employment
Apply now