Pak-Austria Fachhochschule: Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology, Mang, Haripur
Tissue Engineering and Artificial Organ Technologies research group mainly focus on the exploitation of 3D Bioprinting technologies for creation of multifunctional artificial tissue and organs. The research group works on the combination of biomaterials, cells, and supporting components to create composite live tissue. All the activities are organized thematically under the supervision of the Head of the lab i.e. Dr. Fazli Wahid. The lab is equipped with modern state of the art equipment and facilities, including CELLINK BioX 3D Bioprinter, STELLARIS 8 Confocal Microscope, ABI QuantStudio™ 7 Pro Real-Time PCR and other type of PCR systems, ABI Sanger Sequencing System, ABI Next Generation Sequencing System, Cell Culture and Stem Cell Facility, and all sort of other required equipment. The lab is established at the Pak-Austria Fachhochschule: Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology, Mang, Haripur.
The PhD project will be focused on the Development of Artificial Skin and Tissue Substitutes Based on 3D Bioprinted Advanced Materials. In this study, 3D bioprinting technology will be used for the replacement of damaged or wounded tissues/organs with precisely dispersed cell-biomaterials and functioning tissues. The project will be performed in close collaboration with the industrial and hospital partners.
Dr. Fazli Wahid, Associate Professor, at Pak-Austria Fachhochschule: Institute of Applied Sciences and Technology, Mang, Haripur will be the group leader of the project.
E-mail: fazli.wahid@fbse.paf-iast.edu.pk
Applicants must have a master’s degree (minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0) in biotechnology, genetics, molecular biology, bioinformatics, or other similar backgrounds.
Other important criteria are,
For specific information about the project, please contact the principal supervisor.
General information about PhD studies, please visit website: https://paf-iast.edu.pk/
or contact at (0995) 931853.
Areas
Smart Hydrogels for Skin Regeneration, 3D-Printed Scaffolds for Artificial Skin
Eligibility: Applicants must have a master’s degree (18 years of education) and (minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0) in biotechnology, biotechnology, genetics, molecular biology, material sciences, bioinformatics, or other similar backgrounds.
Funding: Monthly Stipend (Approximately PKR 60,000 per month)
Duration: 1 year & extendable to 2 years based on the performance
Focus: Biomaterials / Skin Tissue Engineering / Bioprinting
Eligibility: BS in Biotechnology/Biomedical Sciences
Funding: Monthly Stipend (Approximately PKR 30,000 per month)
Duration: 1 year & extendable to 2 years based on the performance
All selected candidates must have to take admission at PAF-IAST by fulfilling all the requirements within six (06) months of the selection.
Application Deadline: July 15, 2025
The Further Process
Only the shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview. No TA/DA will be provided.