PhD Position on Nanozyme-Based Coating for Antimicrobial Implants
Develop stimuli-responsive nanozyme coatings for personalized medical implants within an EU Marie Skłodowska-Curie network.
Best for:Best for master's graduates in biomaterials, chemistry, or nanotechnology with experience in nanomaterial synthesis and cell culture assays.
Overview
This PhD position is hosted by Empa in St. Gallen, Switzerland, with a joint affiliation to ETH Zürich, as part of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network Implant-to-Market (i2M). The project focuses on designing and synthesizing stimuli-responsive nanozyme coatings to provide antimicrobial activity and improve the biocompatibility of medical implants. The successful candidate will conduct interdisciplinary research connecting materials science, biology, and medical devices. The doctoral researcher is expected to optimize physicochemical properties, evaluate antimicrobial efficacy, and investigate nano-bio interactions.
What you'll do
- Design and synthesize nanozymes while optimizing their physicochemical and catalytic properties.
- Develop functional implant coatings by establishing reproducible integration strategies and assessing compatibility with various surfaces.
- Evaluate antimicrobial activity to inhibit bacterial growth and biofilm formation while minimizing antibiotic reliance.
- Investigate nano-bio interactions, including cytocompatibility, macrophage activation, cytokine production, and osseointegration parameters.
- Study the stability, aging, and biodegradation of low-dimensional nanozyme coatings in biologically relevant fluids.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree in biomaterials, chemistry, nanotechnology, or biomedical engineering
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; excellent written and oral proficiency required
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated experience in nanomaterial synthesis and characterization
- Familiarity with cell culture and in vitro assays
- Strong motivation and commitment to tackle interdisciplinary research challenges
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Funding & terms
How to apply
Applicants must submit their complete online application exclusively through the designated job portal. E-mail and postal submissions will not be reviewed.
- CV
- Letter of motivation
- Certificates
- Diplomas
- Contact details of two reference persons
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