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To develop a Total Artificial Heart (TAH), we need a highly motivated and interdisciplinary team. If you are an ETH student interested in biomedical applications and eager to contribute to a unique engineering challenge, we’d be happy to receive your CV and consider your application.


You can find possible tasks and positions on this page under Open Roles. We also welcome your own ideas on how you could contribute to the project; given that they align well with our goals, we’ll be glad to explore them with you.


Please submit your application using the contact info at the bottom of the page.


Recruiting Event

The next recruiting event will be Monday 29.09 at 18:00 at Siemens Auditorium (HIT E 51, Höngg Campus). The event will begin with a presentation, followed by a Q&A session and refreshments for networking. 

During the presentation we will explain how the association is structured, what a Total Artificial Heart (TAH) is, and what our goals are. 

Everyone is welcome to participate — we kindly ask you to register by filling out the following Google form: 
Register for the Event

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Open  Roles


Pump Development – Simulation Engineer

We are looking for a team member interested in fluid simulations, contributing to design choices by performing and evaluating simulations of our blood pump.

Key skills:

  • Experience with CFD in ANSYS or comparable simulation tools
  • Understanding of fluid systems, turbomachinery, or pump design is preferred
  • Ability to interpret, critically assess, and validate simulation results


Testing & Simulation – Simulation Engineer

We are looking for a team member interested in system modeling and simulation, contributing to the development and evaluation of the artificial heart’s dynamic behavior.

Key skills:

  • Experience with Simulink / MATLAB for system modeling and simulation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience in dynamic system modeling is a plus


Control & Electrical – Electrical Engineer

We are looking for a hands-on team member interested in practical electronics work, supporting the implementation of sensors and other electronics of the artificial heart.

Key skills:

  • Experience with circuit design, PCB work, or electronics testing setups
  • Ability to build and troubleshoot small experimental setups
  • Experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and power supplies is a plus

Business Team 

We are looking for a communicative and proactive team member to support the growth of the project through fundraising, sponsorship outreach, and collaboration with industry partners.

Key skills:

  • Experience with fundraising, sponsorship acquisition, or grant applications is preferred
  • Strong communication and networking skills
  • Ability to prepare pitches and interact with industry partners

Pump Design

In this sub-team you will focus on the design and development of the artificial heart’s pumping unit. This includes system engineering, computer-aided design (CAD), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and finite element analysis (FEA). You will also be involved in prototyping, testing, and maintaining the mechanical aspects of the system. Beyond technical work, you will collaborate with industry partners and academic experts who support our project.


Target profiles: Students from Biomedical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, but open to all motivated students with relevant skills.
Open positions: 0

Control & Electrical

In this sub-team, you will work on the development of the electronic and control systems that drive the artificial heart. Your responsibilities will include integrating and managing sensors (e.g. for blood CO₂, motion, pressure, flow, and respiratory rate), operating electrical valves and similar actuators, and designing a reliable electrical power supply. On the control side, you will contribute to the design of state observers, fault detection systems, and adaptive heart rate regulation. Close collaboration with other sub-teams, academic experts, and industry partners will be essential.

Target profiles: Students from Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Mechanical Engineering, as well as other motivated students with relevant skills. 
Open positions: 1

Testing & Simulation

In this sub-team, you will focus on the validation and verification of the artificial heart. Your work will include developing testing equipment and validation protocols, running testing cycles, and conducting stress tests on components and prototypes. On the simulation side, you will apply computational fluid dynamics (CFD), finite element analysis (FEA), and digital twin methods to identify potential single points of failure, predict system performance, and ensure long-term reliability. This team plays a crucial role in guaranteeing that the artificial heart meets safety and functionality standards.

Target profiles: Students from Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Computational Science & Engineering, as well as other motivated students with relevant skills.
Open positions: 0

Integration & Biocompatibility

In this sub-team, you will work on ensuring that the artificial heart is safe, durable, and compatible with the human body. Your responsibilities will include selecting and evaluating materials, studying hemocompatibility and biocompatibility, and supporting integration tasks such as coordination with other teams, production processes, and experimental validation. You may also contribute to customer experience research and market analysis to align technical development with future patient and clinical needs.

Target profiles: Students from Health Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, and Materials Science, as well as other motivated students with relevant skills.
Open positions: 0

Sponsoring & Relations

In this sub-team, you will focus on building and maintaining connections with industry partners, companies, and other organisations that support our project. Your tasks may include reaching out to potential sponsors, maintaining regular contact with partners, and contributing to external communications such as newsletters. This team ensures that the project has the resources, visibility, and professional network needed to grow.

Target profiles: Open to all motivated students, regardless of background.
Open positions: 1

Social Media & Marketing

In this sub-team, you will represent the association to the outside world. Responsibilities include managing social media channels, creating engaging content, and designing promotional materials. You will also contribute to merch design such as T-shirts, uniforms, or creative items (e.g. custom wine bottles). This role is ideal for students who want to be part of the team and enjoy creative work, but prefer a commitment that is less technical or time-intensive.

Target profiles: Open to all motivated students, especially those interested in design, communication, or creative projects.
Open positions: 1

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