PhD: Automated NGS Prep & Microfluidics

This PhD thesis focuses on developing automated isolation, enrichment, and library preparation techniques for Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) analyses in precision medicine. Responsibilities With your PhD thesis you bring life into technology by developing automated isolation, enrichment and library preparation techniques from diverse clinical specimens which are relevant for Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) analyses in the field of precision medicine. You examine the current state of the art for isolation, enrichment and library preparation techniques and identify preferred methods capable of covering diverse biological samples. Based on this, you independently design and realize an innovative system for automated preparation with the selected technologies in a microfluidic environment. Furthermore, you create and integrate reliable quality and quantity checkpoints into this multistep process pipeline. Last but not least, you carry out this thesis in close cooperation with a highly interdisciplinary and international team in the form of regular presentations, discussion and evaluation of your work results. Qualifications Education: excellent Master’s degree in technically oriented biology such as biotechnology, bioengineering or a related discipline Experience and Knowledge: in molecular biology and biochemistry, expertise in NGS-relevant techniques and in the technical implementation of biological processes ideally using lab-on-chip systems Personality and Working Practice: you work independently, plan your tasks carefully, and contribute with a high level of engagement with hands‑on mentality; you clearly communicate your results, and take responsibility for your research Enthusiasm: you enjoy interdisciplinary scientific work, approach complex tasks in a creative and innovative way and put them into practice Languages: very good knowledge of English and German Diversity and inclusion are not just trends for us but are firmly anchored in our corporate culture. Therefore, we welcome all applications, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Boschpackaging