PhD Position in iPSC-Derived Immune-Competent Lung-on-Chip Infection Modeling | PhD Position in iPSC-Derived Immune-Competent Lung-on-Chip Infection Modeling (m/f/d)

Job Summary

This PhD position at Jena University Hospital involves cutting-edge research in developing advanced in vitro models for infection studies. The successful candidate will differentiate human iPS cells into various lung cell types, establish a complex immune-competent lung-on-chip model with an air-liquid interface, and develop an S. aureus infection model. Key responsibilities include designing and executing infection experiments, evaluating nanoparticle-encapsulated antibiotics, and creating a multiparametric diagnostic scoring system. This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about translational infection research and organ-on-chip technologies, providing close collaboration with interdisciplinary academic and industrial partners and contributing to automated diagnostic platforms.