Master Thesis Development of a Digital PCR Platform

Master Thesis Development of a Digital PCR Platform

Robert-Bosch-Campus 1, 71272 Renningen, Germany

Full-time

Robert Bosch GmbH

Company Description

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other.

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The Robert Bosch GmbHis looking forward to your application!

Job Description

Are you passionate about cutting-edge biomedical technology and eager to make a tangible impact on healthcare? This Master thesis offers an exceptional opportunity to dive deep into the fascinating world of microfluidics and contribute directly to the development of a novel microfluidic chip for Digital Polymerase Chain Reaction (dPCR). Join our interdisciplinary team and help shape the future of medical diagnostics.

• As part of your Master thesis, you will actively participate in the development and optimization of a microfluidic chip designed specifically for digital PCR requirements.
• You will immerse yourself in a broad spectrum of state-of-the-art techniques and gain hands‑on experience with microfluidic, biochemical and genetic methodologies, building a comprehensive skill set.
• Furthermore, you will conduct thorough literature reviews and experimentally validate scientific hypotheses, including the use of patient samples.
• Last but not least, as a member of our highly innovative team, you will regularly document your work, evaluate experimental results, engage in stimulating discussions and present your findings in order to contribute to the collective knowledge of the project and its progression.

Qualifications

• Education: Master studies in the field of Engineering, Natural Sciences or comparable, preferably Technical Biology, Medical Technology, Chemistry or Microsystems
• Experience and Knowledge: practical experience in molecular biology and microscopy; a very good general understanding of physical processes, especially in chemistry and microfluidics an advantage
• Personality and Working Practice: you are an independent, goal-oriented individual with a structured approach to work; you are open to experimentation and motivated to solve problems in creative and innovative ways
• Enthusiasm: for interdisciplinary scientific work
• Languages: business fluent in English and good in German

Additional Information

Start: according to prior agreement
Duration: 6 months

Requirement for this thesis is the enrollment at university. Please attach your CV, transcript of records, examination regulations and if indicated a valid work and residence permit.

Diversity and inclusion are not just trends for us but are firmly anchored in our corporate culture. Therefore, we welcome all applications, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity.

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Gabriele Kirschbaum (Functional Department)

Amelie Benk (Functional Department)