Paid Working Student: Life Sciences and Clinical Applications

Overview

Piomic Medical is offering a paid working student position focused on life sciences and clinical applications at its modern open workspace in Zürich, Switzerland. The role centers on supporting the development of breakthrough medical technology for chronic and acute wounds, specifically diabetic foot ulcers, through non-invasive COMS therapy that combines optical and magnetic stimulation.

Who can apply

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a bachelor or master degree program in life sciences, medicine, health sciences, biomedical engineering, or a related field. Candidates need to be comfortable communicating with medical professionals and capable of structured literature research and careful documentation. Proficiency in English is required, while knowledge of German is considered a plus. Additional helpful attributes include prior lab experience with cell culture or assays, basic statistics skills, familiarity with qualitative methods like interviews, and an interest in regulated medical devices.

What you get

The selected candidate receives a paid position with competitive pay, flexible hours designed to accommodate lectures and exams, and hybrid work arrangements based in Zürich. The role provides an opportunity to engage with real research questions, interact directly with leading clinicians and wound care specialists, and gain hands-on experience in medical device development under European and United States regulatory requirements. Visa sponsorship may be offered for suitable candidates.

Requirements

The responsibilities include interviewing clinicians and specialists regarding needs, use cases, and applications, followed by analyzing and summarizing the results for decision making. Working students will analyze markets for new applications, research anatomy and body sites to define applicator shape requirements, and gather requirements alongside safety limits and relevant standards for a close-to-the-body light therapy device. Additional duties involve supporting the planning, execution, and documentation of lab studies, as well as reviewing scientific literature to maintain an up-to-date evidence base.