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Basel
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Research Assistant at the Center for Life Sciences Law
- 29 January 2026
- 100%
- Basel
Job summary
Join the University of Basel as a Hilfsassistent*in in Life Sciences Law. A unique chance to contribute to innovative research!
Tasks
- Support research on patent and plant breeding law adaptations.
- Conduct literature reviews and assist in project publications.
- Help with organizational tasks for the research team.
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Law required; interest in tech law is a plus.
- Strong research and analytical skills needed.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
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About the job
Research Assistant at the Center for Life Sciences Law
Workplace Basel - North West Switzerland - SwitzerlandCategoryPositionPublished28 January 202620% / 01.03.2026
The Faculty of Law is one of the oldest of the seven faculties at the University of Basel. It covers teaching, research, and services in the field of law. It has around 250 staff members and over 1,200 students.
The Center for Life Sciences Law (ZLSR) is offering a 20% position as a research assistant with Professor Alfred Früh within the framework of the NFP 84 project "Recalibrating the Incentive Systems for NBT".
Your Tasks
The research project examines whether and how patent and plant variety protection law should be adapted in view of technological developments in plant breeding (especially CRISPR/Cas). As a research assistant, you will support the project team with research, publications, and organizational aspects.Your Profile
- A bachelor’s degree from the Faculty of Law is required
- Enjoyment of technology law
- Interest in scientific topics
We Offer You
- Start date: 1 March 2026 or by arrangement
- The position is limited to one year (extendable)
- Employment conditions according to the personnel and salary regulations of the University of Basel
Application / Contact
If interested, we look forward to receiving your application documents (CV, bachelor’s certificate, motivation letter) by 28 February 2026 via the University of Basel’s online application portal.
For questions, Ms. Sigrid Hoffmann is available at the following address: zlsr-ius@unibas.ch .
Applications sent by other means will not be considered.
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