Lab technician position
Lab technician position 50 %
Start of employment March 2026 (to be mutually agreed on)
The Institute of Medical Genetics at the University of Zürich is looking for a research technician (50%) to provide core support to our Postdoc research team.
Your Responsibilities
Produce, maintain, and characterize human induced-pluripotent cells (iPSCs)
Assist with gene editing of iPSCs (CRISPR/Cas9)
Assist with differentiation of iPSCs into neurons
Assist with experiments in Zebrafish
Standard molecular biology and biochemical techniques, including DNA and RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, Sanger sequencing, cloning, Western Blot, ELISA, immunostainings, use of confocal microscope etc.
Help with maintenance of lab supplies and equipment when needed
Occasionally, a few hours of weekend work might be required for cell culture experiments.
Your profile
Ideally, you have a "Laborant/in" degree or a Bachelor/Master degree in biology or a related topic. We are looking for somebody with good technical expertise in molecular and cell biology techniques (at least 1-2 years of experience) who genuinely enjoys challenging cell culture work and has overall a great sense of responsibility. A good command of English is required (German is definitely a plus).
Information on your application
Please submit your application with a CV and a cover letter to:
What We Offer
Work-Life Balance
Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH
Learning and Development
Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich
Food
Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution
Healthcare
Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
Free seasonal flu vaccinations
Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower
Discounts
Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
Special conditions on hotel reservations
Conditions of Employment
Policies of the UZH
Most UZH staff are employed according to public law
International Services
Support for people from outside Switzerland
Campuses
Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
Further information
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