Job Description

Institut fur Veterinaranatomie

Postdoctoral researcher 100 %

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Start of employment 15.01.2026
You will be joining the group of Stefan Bauersachs, which is part of the Institute of Veterinary Anatomy (https://www.vetanat.uzh.ch/en.html) and located at the AgroVet-Strickhof research station, a cooperation in education and research between the cantonal agricultural school Strickhof, ETH Zurich Animal Sciences, and the Vetsuisse Faculty of the University of Zurich.

We are a small interdisciplinary team of veterinarians and molecular biologists working in the field of large animal reproduction. Our main goal is to advance the understanding of reproductive biology in order to provide a basis for improved diagnosis and treatment of fertility problems as well as the improvement of assisted reproduction techniques.

Your responsibilities

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You will contribute to the SNSF-funded projects "The uterine MICRObiota and FERTility in the mare: Why the bacterial composition matters? MICROFERT" (https://data.snf.ch/grants/grant/200534) and "Oviductal organoids to study the embryo-maternal dialog and develop strategies to alleviate climate change impact on cattle breeding ORGALOG" (https://data.snf.ch/grants/grant/205507).

Your contributions to these projects will be related to (examples):

RNA-seq and spatial transcriptomics Molecular analysis of extracellular vesicles (mRNA, miRNA, proteins) Histological studies for functional validation Scientific publications and contributions to international scientific conferences

Your position involves collaboration with international project partners.

Your profile

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Holding a doctoral degree (PhD) Strong publication track record Background in molecular biology, functional genomics, cell biology, applied bioinformatics, biology of reproduction Experience in cell culture techniques Strong communication (English: essential) and writing skills Team player Willingness to learn new things

What we offer

We offer the opportunity to develop and implement innovative ideas in a dynamic and active research environment. The University of Zurich is one of the leading research universities in Europe, including the Vetsuisse Faculty, and Zurich consistently ranks among the cities with the highest quality of life worldwide. Diversity and inclusion are important to us.

The position is funded at a competitive salary for full-time employment for 1.5 years.

Information on your application

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Start of employment

The earliest starting date is middle of January 2026 and can be negotiated. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To apply, please send an application to Dr. Stefan Bauersachs with the following documents (as a single PDF, English or German):

a motivation letter (up to one page) a CV, including a list of publications two references (name, position and e-mail address)

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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Institut fur Veterinaranatomie

Eschikon 27, 8315 Lindau, Switzerland

Further information

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Questions about the job

PD Dr. rer. nat. Stefan Bauersachs

Academic associate
+41 52 354 91 85

Working at UZH

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