Universitätsspital Zürich
Schlieren
Research Technician and Biosafety Officer 40-60%
- 11 août 2026
- 40 – 60%
- Durée indéterminée
- allemand (Courant), anglais (Courant)
- 8952 Schlieren
À propos de cette offre
The basic research laboratories of Department of Reproductive Endocrinology of the University Hospital Zürich are located in Schlieren and consists of three research groups that study 1) basic mechanisms of early embryogenesis; 2) molecular and immunological mechanisms underlying endometriosis; and 3) the influence of extracellular vesicles contribute to oocyte and female reproductive health. We are currently looking for a research technician/biosafety officer to support our research activities and to coordinate biosafety related matters. More info on the department and our research groups can be found here: https://www.reproendo.uzh.ch/en.html
The University Hospital of Zurich is one of the largest hospitals in Switzerland. Our more than 8, 600 employees and around 700 trainees work every day for the well-being of our patients.
The University Hospital of Zurich is one of the largest hospitals in Switzerland. Our more than 8, 600 employees and around 700 trainees work every day for the well-being of our patients.
Research Technician and Biosafety Officer 40-60%
Immediately or by agreement
Your main tasks
The selected candidate will take on a central role in lab organization, and as the new biosafety officer, coordinate and oversee the group's biosafety concept. Responsibilities include:
- keeping the biosafety concept up to date; training of new and current lab members on biosafety topics, yearly biosafety training
- Support the three research group leaders in common lab duties including wet lab and equipment maintenance, inventory management, special trash disposal, sterilization, etc.
- Act as main contact of the department for the facility manager
- Assist in ordering lab supplies, liaising with vendors and technical spcialists
- Support the research groups in specific projects (hands-on support with biochemical, immunological, cell biology techniques)
- Organizing/updating laboratory protocols and archives
- Upon necessity: sample collection and transfer from the USZ Campus to Schlieren.
Your profile
You are very well organized and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. You are proactive, take your own initiative, and can work independently but also as part of a team.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- Completed training as a Biomedical Analyst (BMA) or Biology Laboratory Technician (EFZ) with at least 4 years of professional experience, or a Master's degree in Biology, Biomedicine, or a related field with at least 1 year of professional experience in a similar role (e.g., Biosafety Officer or Laboratory Technician).
- Eligibility to work in Switzerland (strict requirement)
- Strong interest in biosafety topics
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team
- Self-motivated
- Fluent in German and English (strict requirement)
- Proficiency with MS Office software
Benefits
For administrative reasons, the position will start as a fixed-term appointment for one year, with the possibility of renewal.
Universitätsspital Zürich
8952 Schlieren
8952 Schlieren
