Laboratory Animal Technician (100%)

About the job

The Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research (FMI) is seeking for its animal facility a Laboratory Animal Technician (100%) starting 1 January 2027. 

You will be responsible for the care and husbandry of laboratory animals (rodents, zebrafish), the independent cleaning and disinfection of animal rooms and cages, as well as compliance with animal welfare legislation, hygiene regulations and internal guidelines. You will perform common tasks such as managing breeding colonies, identification and biopsy sampling. Furthermore, you will assist with the electronic recording of animal data and work both in the SPF barrier (specified pathogen-free) and conventional housing. Additionally, you are willing to work weekend and public holiday shifts.

You have completed training as an animal technician with several years of professional experience, a high level of quality awareness and knowledge in the field of hygiene. You are accustomed to working independently, in a structured, responsible and flexible manner and appreciate working in a well-coordinated team. Ideally, you also have English language skills, both spoken and written, and are proficient in computer use (MS Office and Outlook).

You can expect a responsible role in an exceptional research environment, collaboration in a motivated team, a friendly working atmosphere and progressive employment conditions.

For further information, please contact Nicole Kachappilly (Tel. +41 79 673 22 58) or visit our website www.fmi.ch .

We look forward to receiving your complete application documents (CV, federal vocational certificate/apprenticeship diploma, references) online by 31 October 2026 via www.fmi.ch/opening .

About the FMI

The Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research (FMI) is a world-renowned biomedical research institute affiliated with the University of Basel and Novartis Biomedical Research. With an international team of around 330 employees, including more than 150 postdoctoral researchers and doctoral students, the FMI conducts cutting-edge research in the fields of genome regulation, multicellular systems and neurobiology. We are located in the vibrant city of Basel, the third largest city in Switzerland and Europe’s leading centre for life sciences.

At FMI, diversity is the foundation for innovation and collaboration. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make a valuable contribution. We welcome applications from all genders, cultures, ethnic and demographic groups that complement our existing team. Together, we aim to build a scientific community that reflects the diversity of the society we serve.