Job Description

1.11.2025 or upon agreement

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USZ Campus

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The research activities at Department of Medical Oncology and Hematology of the University of Zurich and University Hospital Zurich are directed towards translating innovative therapies to the clinics. Specifically, we focus on non-viral T-cell engineering to design approaches of immunotherapy against hematological neoplasia, in collaboration with Wyss Zurich Translational Center. Different research groups in the department are closely working towards these goals, through the use of cutting edge technologies for cellular and molecular immunotherapy, genome editing, pharmacological screenings, xenograft models and bioimaging.

Your responsibilities

Working together with the team, your main duties include:Be responsible for the manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) regulated by Swissmedic Project-specific practical work in the cleanroom including associated documents Creates and revise GMP-relevant documents Follow the instructions of the quality management system Participate in internal training course Coordination with researchers for organization of experiments General laboratory management, ordering, organization of biologicals and chemicals, as well as maintenance of laboratory equipment

Your profile

The position requires training as a Laboratory Technician or Master of Science and preferably at least 2-year experience in the lab, including skills for human T cell expansion and culture. We are looking for someone with excellent organization and writing skills, reliability, and the ability to perform tasks with strict adherence to GMP principles. Additional skills: dependable and able to work well within a team, possesses a high attention to detail. Prior hands-on experience with basic laboratory equipment and practices will be highly valued. The job requires proficient German skills and a good level of communication in English.

What we offer

You will be working in an international, dynamic and young team, and will gain exposure to a fascinating research field with concrete application of novel, safe and effective therapies.

Further information and application process

Place of work

The laboratories are located in the premises of the University and University Hospital Zurich distributed in two locations (Zentrum and Schlieren)



Start of employment

Preferred employment start date is 01.11.2025.

Please submit your application including CV, diplomas and motivation letter with the contact information of two references, to Prof. Chiara F. Magnani.
Mail chiara.magnani@usz.ch

Benefits

On-site Day Care Center
Health
Flexibility
Family friendliness
Further education & development
Insurance
Mobility
Telephony

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About USZ

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.

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