Robotics for Automated Sample Processing
Master's Thesis/Research (m/f/d) (Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, or related fields)
The research of our group focuses on synthetic chemistry and molecular biology. Chemists, biologists, and physicists are dedicated to inventing new molecular technologies and creating novel biomolecular and biohybrid structures by integrating chemical and biological processes. Our group has pioneered the development of two classes of materials: nucleic acid conjugates and supercharged polypeptides. Inspired by nature, these materials are designed to form well-defined molecular architectures that span multiple length scales from nanometer to macroscopic structures. This is an important prerequisite for realizing complex functions in technological, medical, and life science applications.
Project Description: This project aims to develop an automated system using a robotic arm to freeze and manipulate biological samples. The master's thesis will focus on the development and integration of both software and hardware components necessary for the automation process. Key aspects include programming the robotic arm for precise movements, optimizing software for sample processing workflows, and designing custom components using CAD for 3D printing.
Your Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement automation solutions for automated sample processing.
- Program and optimize robot controls and software solutions.
- Design and adapt CAD models for 3D printing.
- Collaborate with chemists to integrate biological materials into the process.
Your Profile:
- Bachelor's degree and currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field.
- Strong interest in working on a multidisciplinary project in a dynamic environment.
- Team player with strong communication skills, both written and verbal (English, and preferably German).
- Experience in robotics, CAD design, software development, and simulations is an advantage.