Universitätsklinik Balgrist
Forchstrasse 340
8008
Zürich
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Universitätsklinik Balgrist
8008
Zürich
Switzerland
Senior Biochemist / Material Scientist (ETH, University)
Duty
- Shape the evolution of our technology—from laboratory invention to clinical application
- Design and develop novel polymer / hybrid materials for the usage in orthopedic surgery
- Bridge your thorough expertise as material scientist / biochemist with engineers
- Contribute to our IP portfolio with expertise, creativity and foresight
- Deep dive into clinical and regulatory pathways with precision and purpose
- Serve with hands-on laboratory work as well as research projects for the Head of Research
Requirement
- PhD or master in organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, or closely related field
- With experience in hydrogels and nanoparticles and a deep understanding of material characterization (e.g. rheology, compressive testing, swelling/degradation studies etc.)
- Passion for functional biomaterials or medical polymers, delivering patient value
- Strong track record of creative innovation and tangible outcomes
- Motivated hands-on lab scientist with independent working style, and a sense of adventure
- Excellent interdisciplinary skills to team up with engineering
- High creativity, multi disciplinarity and track record in generating intellectual property.
- Ideally with experience of in-vitro and in-vivo testing
Benefit
- An opportunity to shape the future of surgical innovation
- A defining scientist role in a company on the brink of clinical translation
- The chance to shape real-world solutions for some of the toughest surgical challenges
- Close collaboration with leading surgeons, testing labs and engineers
- A fast-paced, high-trust, low-ego environment where innovation thrives
- Competitive salary and equity package and the opportunity to leave your mark on the field
- Being part of a great medical ecosystem in Zürich with labs, key surgeons, Balgrist Campus and Balgrist University Hospital.
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