Job Description

Institute of Medical Genetics

Lab technician position 50 %

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Start of employment March 2026 (to be mutually agreed on)
The Institute of Medical Genetics at the University of Zurich is looking for a research technician (50%) to provide core support to our Postdoc research team.

Your responsibilities

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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

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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

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Please submit your application with a CV and a cover letter to:

jobs@medgen.uzh.ch

What we offer

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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

Location

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Institute of Medical Genetics

Wagistrasse 12, 8952 Schlieren, Switzerland

Further information

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Questions about the job

Sissy Bassani

Working at UZH

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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!