The EPFL Laboratory of Systems Biology and Genetics is always looking for passionate students and post-docs with a great interest and expertise in (systems) genetics and genomics, single cell biology, bioinformatics, or micro-engineering/micro-fluidics.
- At this time, we are especially looking for a postdoc level researcher with expertise in studying the impact of genomic variation on gene regulation and related phenotypes. The ideal candidate will have experience and interests in both experimental and computational approaches to explore the molecular mechanisms underlying regulatory variation, particularly at the single cell level.
- In addition, the lab is recruiting a PhD student for the project “Engineering a Microfluidic Platform for Next-Generation Live-seq.” The PhD project aims to advance Live-seq, a microfluidic technology combining droplet microfluidics and FluidFM, by developing an automated, high-throughput platform for continuous single-cell biopsies and live-cell transcriptomics, with applications in biology, medicine, and drug discovery.
The candidate will design and optimize microfluidic modules integrating droplet microfluidics with MEMS nanofluidic cantilevers, perform experimental validation and data analysis, and disseminate results through publications and conferences. Applicants should hold an MSc in bioengineering, micro-/nanofluidics, biophysics, or a related field, and be motivated by interdisciplinary research at the interface of fluidics and single-cell biology.