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AO Foundation

PhD Student, Infection Biology and Field Assisted Biofabrication

AO Foundation

PhD Student focusing on research regarding fracture-related infections and biofabrication at AO Research Institute in Davos. Involves developing infection models and contributing to scientific findings.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeDavos • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandEntry LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop and optimize a 3D biofabricated bone model incorporating immune cells
  • Establish infection models using Staphylococcus aureus
  • Introduce and study neutrophil-driven inflammatory processes
  • Apply advanced analytical techniques (e.g., imaging, transcriptomics, cytokine profiling)
  • Analyze and interpret experimental data
  • Contribute to scientific publications and presentations

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Master’s degree in biomedical engineering, biology, microbiology, or a related field
  • Experience with cell culture and common laboratory techniques (e.g., molecular biology, microscopy, microbiology)
  • Experience in neutrophil handling and culture
  • Experience in planning and executing research experiments
  • Strong interest in infection biology, immunology, and/or biomaterials
  • Excellent communication skills in English
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment
  • High motivation and enthusiasm for research

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • An interesting and varied role within an innovative organization
  • Opportunity to be part of a highly committed international team
  • Modern laboratory and research infrastructure
  • High degree of flexibility regarding working hours and location (depending on operational requirements)
  • Generous social benefits package, including supplementary vacation days and pension scheme contributions
  • Internal training opportunities and support for continued education

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Hard Skills & Tools
3D BiofabricationCell CultureMolecular BiologyMicroscopyMicrobiologyImagingTranscriptomicsCytokine ProfilingData AnalysisResearch Experiment Planning
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyCollaborative TeamworkHigh MotivationEnthusiasm for Research
Certifications
Master’s Degree in Biomedical EngineeringMaster’s Degree in BiologyMaster’s Degree in Microbiology