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Location: Petersplatz 1, Basel, Switzerland
Employer: University of Basel
Application Deadline: June 28, 2025, 23:59 (Europe/Zurich)
Job Type: PhD
Field: Microbiology, Cell Biology, Optics, Biophysics
About the Employer: University of Basel
The University of Basel is one of the top-ranked universities globally and among the best in the German-speaking world. The Biozentrum of the University of Basel is internationally recognized as a leading institute in life sciences, known for its groundbreaking research in biology and medicine, including Nobel Prize-winning discoveries.
The Project
The PhD position is part of the research group led by Prof. Knut Drescher at the Biozentrum, focusing on understanding the physics of bacterial infections, specifically related to the development of bacterial biofilms. The project will utilize optical microscopy and light-based imaging techniques to study bacterial biofilms during infections and biofilm growth.
Biofilms are communities of bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics and are responsible for many chronic infections. This PhD project will explore biofilm formation, growth dynamics, and how they influence human infections, using cutting-edge custom microscopy techniques. The exact scope of the project will be shaped based on the candidate’s strengths and interests.
For more information, you can explore the lab’s recent work here.
What We Offer
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Full-funded PhD position in a highly interactive, multidisciplinary, and international research group within the Biozentrum.
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Training and support from the Biozentrum’s core facilities and expert staff.
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Access to a structured PhD program, fostering professional development in both physics and microbiology.
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Collaborative environment with experts in physics, molecular microbiology, bioinformatics, and big data analysis.
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Work and study in Basel, a city with a rich cultural atmosphere and an international research community.
Eligibility Criteria
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A Master’s degree in Physics, or a similar discipline.
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Expertise in biology is beneficial but not required.
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Motivation to work on interdisciplinary research in the physics of bacterial infections.
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Strong skills in problem-solving, independent research, and scientific communication.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the online application form at:
University of Basel PhD Application Form
Required documents:
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Statement of scientific interests (brief description of your research experience and interest in the position).
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Curriculum Vitae (CV).
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Contact information for two references.
Application Deadline
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June 28, 2025, 23:59 (CET)
Contact Information
For informal inquiries, please contact:
Prof. Knut Drescher
Email: [email protected]
Join the University of Basel and the Biozentrum to contribute to innovative research at the intersection of physics, microbiology, and biophysics, tackling important challenges in the field of bacterial infections and biofilm formation. Apply now for this exciting PhD opportunity!
