PhD Student in 2-Photon Lithography for 3D Tissue Models | Doktorand (m/w/d)

Institut für Bioprozess- und Analysenmesstechnik e.V.

Heilbad Heiligenstadt, Thüringen, Deutschland
Published Apr 17, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role involves establishing a 'Tumor-on-a-Chip' model at the Institute for Bioprocess and Analytical Measurement Techniques (iba). As a PhD candidate, you will focus on creating 3D support structures for tissue models using advanced 2-photon and nanoimprint lithography. Your day-to-day responsibilities include planning and conducting experiments, cultivating 3D tissue models in microfluidic chambers, and performing characterization using confocal microscopy, AFM, and SEM. A significant part of the role involves AI-supported image analysis and presenting findings at international conferences. This position is ideal for researchers looking to advance medical biotechnology within an interdisciplinary and internationally networked environment. The role offers a 36-month contract under the TV-L salary scale, providing a collaborative research landscape with flexible working hours to support work-life balance.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree in Biophysics, Biotechnology, Physics, or a comparable qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in optical microscopy, specifically fluorescence and multi-photon techniques
  • Practical experience in microfluidics and cell culture environments
  • Experience in 2-photon lithography for the creation of 3D structures
  • Experience in scientific data evaluation and presentation of results in literature or conferences
  • Experience with programming and CAD software is preferred

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • 36-month fixed-term contract; Remuneration based on TV-L; Preference given to candidates with recognized disabilities if qualifications are equal.