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PhD Student (all genders) in Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, or Related Disciplines
The Soft Tissue Regeneration research group at the Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Traumatology (LBI Trauma, Vienna) is seeking a candidate for a PhD position at the Josef Ressel Centre for Materials Engineering in Soft Tissue Regeneration (JRC-MESTR), for 30 hours per week, starting June 1, for a fixed term of three years. The laboratory is located at LBI Trauma, Donaueschingenstraße 13, 1200 Vienna, Austria.
The project will be conducted in collaboration with the following partners:
- FH Oberösterreich Research & Development GmbH (Campus Linz)
- Innovacell GmbH, Innsbruck
- Particle Metrix GmbH, Germany
What you can achieve with us
The project focuses on developing advanced 3D-printed scaffold structures that replicate the structure and function of muscle tissue. Our team investigates the behavior of these lab-engineered muscle scaffolds in biological injury models and evaluates regenerative effects through the combined use of cell therapy, extracellular vesicles (EVs), and biophysical stimulation methods such as shockwave therapy.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to strengthen our team in the areas of Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Regenerative Medicine, or related disciplines. The position offers excellent opportunities for scientific development in a dynamic environment with close collaboration between academic and industrial partners.
What you bring to the role
- Completed Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Regenerative Medicine, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience with preclinical animal models, preferably in muscle or soft tissue research.
- Basic knowledge of cell culture techniques, microscopy, and proteomics/genomics is an advantage.
- Strong organizational skills, independent working style, and experience in interdisciplinary research environments.
- Excellent communication skills, strong scientific curiosity, and social competence for collaboration in a transdisciplinary project.
What you can expect from us
- The opportunity to make a contribution that improves the lives of people in Austria and around the world and creates a solid basis for political action and decision-making.
- A Career Center that supports you in your personal and professional development and enables you to engage in lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
- Work-life balance through individual teleworking agreements, working time models, and professional parental leave management.
- Counseling services for you and your family on issues of physical and mental health.
- Team events such as team days, business runs, and Christmas parties that promote personal exchange and strengthen cohesion.
Application
Please send us your application documents via our online application form, stating your salary expectations.We look forward to receiving your application
Contact details
Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Traumatology
The Research Center in Cooperation with AUVA, Austrian Cluster for Tissue Regeneration.
Donaueschingenstraße 13
1200 Vienna
