PhD Candidate position on Optical Control over Topological Phases of Matter (ERC Starting Grant)
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Basel
Key information
- Publication date:16 January 2026
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Basel
Job summary
Join the University of Basel as a PhD candidate in a cutting-edge project. Be part of a dynamic research team with great opportunities.
Tasks
- Conduct immunohistochemistry on human retina samples.
- Follow established protocols for pipetting and sample preparation.
- Document results and coordinate with project leads effectively.
Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's in Biology, Biomedicine, or related fields.
- Experience with pipetting and lab techniques is essential.
- Interest in neurobiology and microscopy is a plus.
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PhD Candidate position on Optical Control over Topological Phases of Matter (ERC Starting Grant)
Workplace Basel - North West Switzerland - Switzerland CategoryStudent Research Assistant (24%) at IOB
Starting on 01/02/2026 or 01/03/2026 or as mutually agreed (approx. 10 hours/week)
Fixed term: 6 months
Work schedule: ideally two shifts per week of approx. 5 hours each (e.g., Monday and Friday; several days between shifts for incubations)
About IOB
The Institute of Molecular and Clinical Ophthalmology Basel (IOB), located near the Novartis campus, is a pioneering research institute that integrates basic and clinical ophthalmology research. Its mission is to drive innovation in understanding vision and its associated diseases, as well as to develop new therapies for vision loss. For more information, please visit iob.ch !
About the project
For a project in the Human Retinal & Central Visual Circuits Group, we are looking for a student research assistant to support routine-based immunohistochemistry work on fixed human retina. We test AAV-based genetic tools to target specific cell types in the retina. For our project, we aim to quantify the efficiency of these tools in the human retina using immunohistochemistry.
Your position
- Carrying out immunohistochemistry stainings on human retina (routine protocols)
- Pipetting, washing/incubating (including primary and secondary antibodies) according to established protocols
- Mounting the retina samples on microscope slides
- Imaging the stained samples on the spinning-disk microscope (optional)
- Careful documentation (e.g., protocols, sample and antibodies used) and coordination with the project supervisor.
Your profile
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program (e.g., Biology, Biomedicine, Neuroscience, Chemistry, Medicine, or similar)
- Very careful, structured, and reliable way of working
- Experience with pipetting and standard lab techniques; immunohistochemistry is an advantage but not required (training possible)
- Interest in retina/neurobiology, immunohistochemistry and microscopy
- Good English skills (institute/lab language)
We offer you
- Practical insights into a cutting-edge research environment at the interface of basic research and clinical research
- Hands-on training in established immunohistochemistry protocols and microscopy
- Flexible working hours in the above rhythm by arrangement, a collegial team, and good supervision
- Opportunity to pursue a Master’s thesis project at IOB
Application / Contact
Please send your application including
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- a short motivation letter (1 page) indicating relevant lab experience
- (optional) transcript of records (grades)
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Contact for questions: Helene Schreyer
www.unibas.ch')
