Job Description

Department of Neurosurgery at USZ

PhD Position (Clinical Sciences PhD, Medical Faculty Zurich) in the ASTRAN Lab (advanced neuroimaging) 100 %

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Start of employment to be mutually agreed, temporary
The ASTRAN Lab (Advanced Stimulus-based Translational Neuroimaging Laboratory) is affiliated with the Department of Neurosurgery and the Clinical Neuroscience Center of University Hospital Zurich. Our work focuses on the hemodynamic assessment of patients with cerebrovascular diseases and brain tumors through advanced neuroimaging during respiratory challenges. By means of prospective end-tidal gas targeting during fMRI BOLD sequence acquisition, we are able to estimate hypercapnic cerebrovascular reactivity and hypoxic/hyperoxic tissue perfusion parameters.

Your responsibilities

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As a PhD student, you will take a leading role in patient identification and inclusion, conducting BOLD-CVR imaging, and performing detailed imaging data analysis and interpretation. Depending on your specific PhD project, you will also drive project development, oversee data analysis, and take the lead in publishing key findings as the first author. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to cutting-edge research while developing your expertise and scientific profile.)

Your profile

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We are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated PhD student with a strong passion for neuroscience, neurosurgery, and advanced imaging techniques. The ideal candidate will excel in patient interaction, data analysis (Pyton, Matlab, R), and scientific communication. You should be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will take charge of patient recruitment, perform BOLD-CVR imaging, and conduct comprehensive imaging data analysis. You will also play an active role in project development and contribute to advancing innovative research.

Information on your application

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Please submit your application by 15/08/2025. The position is available to start on September 1st, 2025, or later.

Please apply via mail: martina.seboek@usz.ch

What we offer

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Work-Life Balance

Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing) Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH

Learning and Development

Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich

Food

Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution

Healthcare

Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ Free seasonal flu vaccinations Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower

Discounts

Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions Special conditions on hotel reservations

Conditions of Employment

Policies of the UZH Most UZH staff are employed according to public law

International Services

Support for people from outside Switzerland

Campuses

Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg

Location

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Department of Neurosurgery at USZ

Ramistrasse, Zurich, Switzerland

Further information

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Questions about the job

Martina Seboek, MD

Working at UZH

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The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer!