Universitätsspital Basel
Basel
9 hours ago
Embryologist / research position combined position consisting of 30–40% work as an Embryologist and 50% as a Researcher total employment level: 80–90%
- 14 March 2026
- 40 – 50%
- Basel
Job summary
Join a dynamic team at USB, a leader in reproductive medicine. Enjoy a supportive environment with great benefits.
Tasks
- Carry out all assisted reproductive technologies in the IVF lab.
- Maintain high quality and safety standards across laboratory processes.
- Collaborate with patients and professionals, sharing vital information.
Skills
- Master's in Biology, Biomedicine, or Biochemistry required.
- Experience in reproductive biology or IVF methods preferred.
- Strong communication skills in German, English is a plus.
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About the job
What you will be doing
- Perform all assisted reproductive technologies (ART) in the IVF laboratory, including follicular puncture, denudation, ICSI, IVF, embryo culture, embryo transfer, vitrification, social freezing, and preimplantation genetic testing (trophectoderm biopsy)
- Conduct analyses, sample preparation, and quality control in the andrology laboratory
- Ensure high standards of quality, hygiene, and safety throughout all laboratory processes
- Operate, clean, maintain and calibrate complex laboratory equipment, ensuring their proper functionality
- Communicate with patients and medical professionals, including reporting results and interdisciplinary information exchange
- Handle organizational tasks such as sample reception, service documentation, inventory management, and equipment checkups
- Contribute to scientific projects, validations, and the continuous improvement of the quality management system
Your profile
- Master of Science in Biology, Biomedicine, or Biochemistry
- Experience or strong interest in reproductive biology, cell culture techniques, or IVF-specific methods
- Precise, responsible, and structured approach to working in a highly regulated laboratory environment, with a strong focus on quality
- Good verbal and written German skills; English skills are an advantage
- Solution-oriented, reliable, and flexible personality with a high level of service orientation
- Willingness to work weekends (once per month)
Your benefits at the USB
- Attractive salary policy and exceptional social benefits
- Discounts for shopping, sport and recreation
- Support during relocation and apartment hunting
- 25 vacation days, plus 5 flexible free days
- Support in further training and education, plus career planning
- Campus in the heart of Basel and the tri-border region
- Comprehensive childcare options
- Free-of-charge sport and fitness program
About the USB
There are many reasons to come work for us: Working at the USB primarily means being part of a dedicated team of over 7500 employees from around 90 nations. Our lively day-to-day lives are characterized by forward-looking research, cutting-edge medicine and the transfer of knowledge at the highest level. In addition, there is a modern organizational culture, interdisciplinarity, inspiring innovation and a wide range of training and professional development opportunities.
Do you want shape the hospital of the future together with us? Then join us! #TeamUSB