Several PhD positions for structured graduate program in Life Science Engineering at TU Darmstadt

About

We are seeking highly motivated PhD students with a strong background in life science or engineering disciplines such as molecular and cell biology, chemistry, physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, synthetic biology, material science, computer science, or micro- and nanotechnology. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct cutting-edge research projects and contribute to the interdisciplinary community of the structured Graduate School Life Science Engineering.

Research at Graduate School LSE

• Equipping cells with new functionality through synthetic biology
• Targeted modulation of cells and organisms using engineered biomolecules and chemical compounds
• Constructing bottom-up life-like systems as intelligent biomaterials and biosensors
• Assembling cells into multicellular structures and tissues (e.g. 3D printing of cells)
• Interfacing biomolecular systems with solid-state technology
• Mathematical and computational methods to design and analyze biological systems
• Engineering biology to address current challenges in sustainability
• Creating new technology for the interrogation of cells, biomolecules and tissues

Your profile

• An excellent M.Sc. degree in life science or engineering disciplines
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Excellent written and spoken English language proficiency
• Passion for interdisciplinary research and the ability to work independently and in a team

Your benefits

• An interdisciplinary PhD program that is unique and tailored to your personal needs
• Personalized supervision by a dedicated Thesis Advisory Committee
• A mobility allowance to support your research stay abroad and/or the participation in (Inter)national conferences
• Extracurricular seminars and trainings in transferable skills
• The opportunity to present research progress and network at the annual retreat
• The possibility to learn a broad spectrum of methods through laboratory rotation

Your application

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity to join the Graduate School in Life Science Engineering, please submit your complete application via the online application platform until June 16th 2023. Selected candidates will be invited to virtual interviews on June 29 and 30, 2023.

We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to our team!

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