Postdoc Programme
A partnership between ETH Zurich and Roche, fostering the next-generation of researchers in translational bioengineering to push the boundaries of today’s medicine
The Bio-Engineering Systems for Therapeutics (BEST) postdoc programme in Basel was jointly created by the ETH Zurich Department of Biosystems Science and Engineering and the Roche Pharma Research and Early Development department to advance the development and application of bioengineering in translational medicine.
News
Scientific retreat highlights innovative collaborations and cutting-edge research across academia and industry
The recent scientific retreat for the ETH Zurich-Roche partnership, Next-gen Bioengineers, brought together a dynamic mix of researchers, scientists, programme sponsors, and distinguished guests to foster innovation and collaboration and reflect on the successful first year of the programmes. The event featured insightful presentations and chalktalks, inspirational keynotes and forward-looking plenary sessions aimed at bridging the gap between academia and industry.
Kickoff of the seminar series of the Next-Gen Bioengineers programmes
On 29 January, the two joint programmes of ETH Zurich and Roche kicked off the seminar series «Next-Gen Lunch and Learn» providing opportunities for scientific exchange and networking for scientists and fellows from Institute of Human Biology, pRED and D-BSSE. On a guided tour to the D-BSSE Single Cell and Lab Automation facilities led by Thomas Horn the young scientists learned about the many resources available for their research.
Launch of the BEST programme
On 5 July, ETH Zurich Department of Biosystems Science and Engineering and the Roche Pharma Research and Early Development department announce the Bio-Engineering Systems for Therapeutics (BEST) postdoc programme in Basel, which advances the development and application of bioengineering in translational medicine. First positions open for application will be advertised soon!
Important dates
NEW postdoc position - Explore gene expression in healthy and diseased human neuronal networks using electrophysiology and spatial transcriptomics > Find full description of position on ETH job portal.
Regular Events
- Next-Gen Lunch and Learn Seminar Series
- Annual retreat for scientific nteworking and exchange
- Welcome event for starting postdoc fellows
- Site visits to Roche Pharma Research and Early Development
- Site visits to the Scientific Facilities at the D- BSSE, ETH Zurich
Events in the planning
- Career development events
- Regular networking opportunities