PhD Student OsteaSkills

The AO is a medically-guided, not-for-profit organization, a global network of surgeons, and the world’s leading education, innovation, and research organization specializing in the surgical treatment of trauma and musculoskeletal disorders. We have a global network of over 385,000 health care professionals. Each year we offer over 830 educational events around the world, supported by nearly 9,000 faculty members and attended by over 58,000 participants. We have around 18,500 surgeon members working in the fields of trauma, spine, craniomaxillofacial, veterinary, and reconstructive surgery. For more information, visit: www.aofoundation.org

The mission of the AO Research Institute Davos (ARI) is excellence in applied Preclinical Research and Development within trauma and disorders of the musculoskeletal system and translation of this knowledge to achieve more effective patient care worldwide. The ARI contributes high quality applied Preclinical Research and Development (exploratory and translational) focused towards clinical applications/solutions as well as investigates and improves the performance of surgical procedures, devices and substances. It fosters a close relationship with the AO medical community, academic societies, and universities and provides a research environment and support for AO clinicians.

We are looking for a highly motivated

PhD Student

study the role of scaffold properties on cartilage development under mechanically stimulated conditions

The interdisciplinary project will involve investigating the influence of scaffold property on the chondrogenic behavior of mechanically stimulated cells. This will involve investigating mechanical effects using finite element models, producing scaffolds using various technologies such as 3D printing, salt leaching, culture of primary human cells, and mechanical stimulation using a multi axial cartilage bioreactor.

The aim of the project is to establish patient specific scaffold that allows for mechanically induced chondrogenesis leading to improved cartilage repair.

What we offer

• Training at the forefront of cartilage research in the context of a world-renowned musculoskeletal research institute
• Challenging and rewarding research and educational program within a unique global organizationbased in DAVOS/Switzerland
• Wide international network with the best scientists in the field
• Support searching for accommodation
• Networking opportunities to prepare the candidate for the next step in her/his career

If you meet the requirements of this challenging opportunity, please submit your complete online application (motivation letter, CV, recent photograph, certificates, reference letters, etc.) through our online application system. Applications received via other channels will not be considered in the process.