Lab technician position 50 %

Start of employment March 2026 (to be mutually agreed on)

The Institute of Medical Genetics at the University of Zürich is looking for a research technician (50%) to provide core support to our Postdoc research team.

Your responsibilities

• Produce, maintain, and characterize human induced-pluripotent cells (iPSCs)
• Assist with gene editing of iPSCs (CRISPR/Cas9)
• Assist with differentiation of iPSCs into neurons
• Assist with experiments in Zebrafish
• Standard molecular biology and biochemical techniques, including DNA and RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, Sanger sequencing, cloning, Western Blot, ELISA, immunostainings, use of confocal microscope etc.
• Help with maintenance of lab supplies and equipment when needed
• Occasionally, a few hours of weekend work might be required for cell culture experiments.

Your profile

Ideally, you have a "Laborant/in" degree or a Bachelor/Master degree in biology or a related topic. We are looking for somebody with good technical expertise in molecular and cell biology techniques (at least 1-2 years of experience) who genuinely enjoys challenging cell culture work and has overall a great sense of responsibility. A good command of English is required (German is definitely a plus).

Information on your application

Please submit your application with a CV and a cover letter to: jobs@medgen.uzh.ch

What we offer

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
• Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH

Learning and Development

• Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
• Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich

Food

• Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
• Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution

Healthcare

• Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
• Free seasonal flu vaccinations
• Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower

Discounts

• Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
• Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
• Special conditions on hotel reservations

Conditions of Employment

• Policies of the UZH
• Most UZH staff are employed according to public law

International Services

• Support for people from outside Switzerland

Campuses

• Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
• Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg

Further information

Working at UZH

The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer!