Bern
Laboratory Technician in the Research Laboratory
- 02 October 2026
- 50%
- Temporary
- German (Fluent), English (Intermediate)
- Bern
About the job
The UniBE is ambitious.With us, you deliver top performance and compete with the best.
Laboratory Technician in the Research Laboratory
Start of work
01.01.2027
Employment relationship
fixed-term until 31 March 2031
Institute / Workplace
Institute of Infectious Diseases
About us
The Institute of Infectious Diseases combines medical services, teaching and research under one roof and covers the entire spectrum of microbiology. With 200 employees, it is the only university institute in Switzerland to unite all microbiological special disciplines.
The Institute of Infectious Diseases is home to the National Reference Centre for Pneumococci and the National Centre for Antibiotic Resistance on behalf of the Federal Office of Public Health. Our biosafety centre is a collaboration centre of the World Health Organisation (WHO).
The increasing number of antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections requires new treatment strategies. The "Predatory Bacteria" laboratory of Prof. Simona Huwiler conducts basic research on predatory bacteria with the aim of understanding the microbial interaction between predator and prey.
Do you want to work in a dynamic environment where teamwork is valued and solidarity counts? If you are open, motivated and ready to take responsibility, we look forward to getting to know you. Apply now and become part of our dedicated team.
Further information can be found at:
Institute for Infectious Diseases
Your tasks
- Participation in research projects on the biological control of antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections through the use of predatory bacteria
- Investigation of microbial interactions between predator and prey bacteria within the framework of basic research
- Independent preparation, execution and documentation of laboratory work as well as evaluation and interpretation of measurement results
- Conducting experimental work to characterise predatory bacteria
Our requirements
- Vocational qualification as a laboratory technician, medical-technical laboratory assistant or Master’s degree in biosciences (or other natural sciences)
- Experience in general laboratory organisation
- Previous experience in bacterial cell culture, molecular cloning and microscopy, working with a broad methodological spectrum
- Collegial and professional collaboration with all employees
- Quick comprehension and initiative
- Basic knowledge of German and English is required (working language in the laboratory is English)
Your benefits
Collaborative environment and ambitious team
Individual career support
International renown
Good research infrastructures and international network
Working at UniBE
The University of Bern offers not only exciting tasks but also an environment that actively promotes development, diversity and equal opportunities. Discover what distinguishes us as an employer and how you can progress with us.
Application and contact
We look forward to receiving your application, which consists of two parts:
- Please complete the form at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/UqJhkgr6vJ
- Additionally, send an email with the title "TA-50 predatory bacteria" with an application file to simona.huwiler@unibe.ch
1) Curriculum vitae
2) Diplomas and work certificates
3) Name, institution and email address of two referees
Questions about the position?
Prof. Dr Simona Huwiler, Head of the Predatory Bacteria Research Group
Email: simona.huwiler@unibe.ch
Questions about the application?
Prof. Dr Simona Huwiler, Head of the Predatory Bacteria Research Group
Email: simona.huwiler@unibe.ch
