18 Feb 2025
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
University of Basel- Research Field
Chemistry » Physical chemistry
Engineering » Materials engineering
Physics » Biophysics
Physics » Other- Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)- Country
Switzerland- Application Deadline
18 Mar 2025 - 22:59 (UTC)- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Full-time- Hours Per Week
38- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by a EU programme- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
How does life emerge from molecules and cells? This is the central question that motivates us. With curiosity and passion, we investigate the entire spectrum ranging from the atom to the organism. The Biozentrum of the University of Basel is one of the world's leading life sciences institutes. With 32 groups, high-end core facilities and 500 employees, we are a dynamic and international research community that has spawned many fundamental discoveries in biology and medicine as well as several Nobel Laureates. Become part of our community!
Skilled and motivated individuals are encouraged to apply for a 4-year PhD project in the research group of Roderick Lim at the Biozentrum, University of Basel, Switzerland.
The Lim Lab is interested in understanding how biological nuclear pore complexes (NPCs) regulate selective transport processes and how this functionality can be leveraged in the design of bio-inspired artificial nanopores. In this project, we want to apply high-speed atomic force microscopy (HS-AFM), and other super-resolution microscopies, to resolve the intermolecular forces at play within NPCs and artificial “NPC-like" nanopores.
Besides basic research, PhD candidates will also have to contribute to undergraduate level teaching.
Interested candidates should have a background in experimental physics, biophysics, nanoscience, physical chemistry, materials science or related disciplines. Strong candidates will have experience in AFM, and/or HS-AFM. Familiarity with Jacob Israelachvili's classic textbook “Intermolecular and Surface Forces" is a plus. The ideal candidate should be highly interactive and capable of independent research in a team environment. A solid command of oral and written English is essential.
We are a multi-national, interdisciplinary lab that combines biophysical, molecular and cellular approaches to investigate intriguing biological problems. The successful applicant will benefit from a highly stimulating, collaborative research environment as well as state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities at the new Biozentrum research tower.
Basel is an international city with people from 150 nations. Located on the border where three countries meet - Switzerland-Germany-France - it is Europe's most important life sciences hub. Basel provides a high standard of living and a rich and varied cultural atmosphere.
Application / Contact
Please apply online: https://biped.biozentrum.unibas.ch/apply/phd-position-lim-lab
The application should include a brief personal statement, explaining how your qualifications and experience make you a good candidate for this job, together with a full, up-to-date CV, diplomas and 3 reference letters.
Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please note that only online applications via the application portal will be accepted.
For further information, please contact stephanie.gehlen@unibas.ch .
Where to apply
- Website
- https://academicpositions.com/ad/university-of-basel/2025/phd-position-intermol…
Requirements
- Research Field
- Chemistry
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
- Research Field
- Engineering
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
- Research Field
- Physics
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
- Research Field
- Physics
- Years of Research Experience
- 1 - 4
Additional Information
- Website for additional job details
https://academicpositions.com
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- University of Basel
- Country
- Switzerland
- City
- Basel
- Postal Code
- CH-4003
- Street
- Petersplatz 1
- Geofield
Contact
- City
Basel- Website
https://www.unibas.ch/en.html- Postal Code
CH-4003
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