Postdoc Position in Airborne Pathogen and Bioaerosol Detection Instrumentation

Postdoc Position in Airborne Pathogen and Bioaerosol Detection Instrumentation

University of Basel

Basel, Switzerland

The Atmospheric Science Group of Prof. Dr. Markus Kalberer at the Department of Environmental Sciences, University of Basel, Switzerland, invites applications for a postdoctoral position to develop a novel instrument for near real-time detection of airborne pathogens. The position is part of a collaborative and interdisciplinary project involving the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) and the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW).

Your position

The successful candidate will:

• Lead the optimization, and testing of the bioaerosol detection instrument, with a focus on influenza viruses.
• Integrate modules for bioaerosol collection, biological detection, and flow cytometry measurement.
• Conduct laboratory and field experiments, analyze data, and evaluate performance.
• Collaborate closely with project partners and contribute to scientific publications and presentations.

Your profile

Applicants should hold a PhD in biology, atmospheric science, engineering, physics, analytical chemistry, or a related discipline. We seek a highly motivated and solution-oriented candidate with:

• Proven experience in experimental research and instrument design/prototyping.
• Knowledge of microfluidic device design highly desirable.
• Knowledge of aerosol sampling, particle characterization, or biosensing methods advantageous.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to plan and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• A willingness to learn new methods and approaches from related fields.
• Strong teamworking, communication, and interpersonal skills and an openness to interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Fluent English (spoken and written); knowledge of German is an advantage.