The Molecular Biophysics Group, led by Prof. Georg Krainer at the Institute of Molecular Biosciences (IMB), is seeking a highly motivated and talented PhD candidate to join our interdisciplinary research group at the University of Graz, Austria (funded by Horizon Europe – ERC).
This role focuses on developing advanced single-molecule fluorescence and microfluidic approaches (confocal, TIRF, single-molecule FRET) for biophysics, bioanalysis, and biosensing.
Requirements
Candidates should hold (or be close to completing) a Master’s degree in Physics, Biophysics, or a related discipline and have demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Optics and microscopy, including experimental setup design and assay development
- Data analysis and programming, preferably using MATLAB or Python
- Experience in microfluidics and single-molecule fluorescence is desirable
Benefits
- 4-year fixed-term contract (1 + 3 years, 75% FTE, approx. 39,000 € gross/year)
- State-of-the-art facilities for single-molecule research and microfluidics
- Collaborative research environment & career development opportunities
Organisation/Company – University of Graz.
Field of research – Physics » Optics
Research profile – First Stage Researcher (R1).
Country – Austria.
Application deadline – 31 Jan 2026 – 12:00 (Europe/Vienna).
More information: Euraxess
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