PhD Position: AI-Driven skeletal stem cell biology

The Paracelsus Medical University (PMU) in Salzburg is seeking highly motivated PhD candidates (m/f/d) for the EU-funded AI-BOOST project (AI-Based molecular mechanism Of muskulo-Skeletal regeneration).

AI-BOOST combines AI with single-cell Multi-OMICS to identify stem cell subpopulations driving bone, cartilage, and tendon regeneration. As part of the PMU team, you will characterize the "skeletal regeneration trajectory" using epigenomic/transcriptomic profiling and 3D organoid models (CH3D). Computational and AI analyses will be performed in collaboration with our project partner at Paris Lodron University Salzburg (PLUS) – translating findings toward next-generation cell therapies.

Requirements

MSc in Life Sciences (Biomedicine, Molecular Biology, Regenerative Medicine, or related) and/or bioinformatics.

Good level of programming (R or Python) and genuine interest in AI/ML applications in biology

Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary, translational research

We offer:

3-year funded position (30h/week)

Access to cutting-edge single-cell technologies and unique organoid platforms

Contribution to establishing Salzburg's AI Knowledge Transfer HUB

Gross Salary for PhD position 2.786,10 €

A pleasant working environment in a motivated team

Support for your personal and professional development

Good transport links

Discounted lunch

Discounted sports facilities (USI, EGYM Wellpass)

Start: As soon as possible

Send CV, two reference contacts and motivation letter to cornelia.adhero(at)pmu.ac.at