PhD Positions in Neurotechnology: Next Generation Non-invasive Neurotechnologies & Brain Therapies
Join a cutting-edge project at ETH Zurich developing non-invasive, ultrasound-mediated targeted drug delivery systems for the brain.
Best for:Best for candidates with a strong background in biomedical engineering, physics, or neuroscience and an interest in translational medical technology.
Overview
The Neurotechnology Group at ETH Zurich is seeking motivated PhD students to join a flagship project focused on clinical translation of non-invasive brain drug delivery. The research involves developing focused ultrasound technologies, closed-loop control algorithms, and ultrasound-responsive therapeutic carriers. Successful candidates will work in an interdisciplinary environment to advance this platform from proof-of-concept to preclinical validation in animal models. The role requires a blend of engineering, neuroscience, and translational research skills to prepare for future clinical applications. Students will be enrolled in the D-ITET department and the Neuroscience Center Zurich PhD program.
What you'll do
- Develop and optimize next-generation focused ultrasound systems for targeted drug delivery.
- Design and implement closed-loop control algorithms for real-time ultrasound exposure adjustment.
- Conduct preclinical validation studies using rodent and large-animal models.
- Perform fMRI-guided treatment planning and multimodal neurophysiological monitoring.
- Collaborate with clinical partners to prepare for first-in-human clinical studies.
- Contribute to medical device development and regulatory approval processes.
- Design custom hardware and software for experimental setups.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Chemistry, or a closely related field.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English proficiency required.
Instruction: English
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
- Experimental laboratory experience in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, or related fields.
- Programming proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C++.
- Willingness to participate in animal experiments.
- Must hold a Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
- Must be willing to work with animal models.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Applications must be submitted exclusively through the online portal as a single PDF. The application should include a cover letter, CV, transcripts, degree certificates, publications, and contact details for two referees.
- Cover letter
- CV
- Bachelor’s transcripts
- Master’s transcripts
- Degree certificates
- Publications
- 2 reference letters
Contact
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