The ERC-funded Synergy project "NanoX: Nanoscale X-ray tissue imaging: understanding the pathophysiology of hepatitis E infection” combines the expertise of a diverse team with synergistic skills in infectious disease, physics, engineering, and structural biology to pioneer several technological innovations. At the heart of the project is the development of a targeted micro-biopsy tool for rapid tissue extraction, which is compatible with soft X-ray tomography and can be used in high biological risk facilities.

Organizational unit

Institute of Microstructure Technology (IMT)

Job description

You will have the following tasks:

• Design and development of micro-scale biopsy components for biological tissue sampling
• Experimental validation of biopsy tools on tissue samples, including experiments at Synchrotron Facilities around the world
• Development and refinement of protocols for sample handling, design processes, testing outcomes, and system performance
• Presentation of research progress in project meetings and conferences, including publications and reports

The position offers the opportunity to pursue a part-time doctoral degree.

Starting date

01.02.2026

Personal qualification

• A successfully completed university degree (Master) in engineering, mechatronics, physics, biomedical engineering, or a related field
• Basic knowledge and ideally initial practical experience in micro technologies , automation, and/ or microscopy
• Interest in interdisciplinary research at the interface of engineering, life sciences, and industrial development
• Excellent analytical and experimental skills, as well as the willingness to familiarize yourself with complex technical systems
• Ability to collaborate in an interdisciplinary manner, particularly with industrial partners and research teams
• Good written and spoken English skills