R&D Associate
R&D Associate
We are looking for an ambitious and flexible R&D Associate, 50 %, ideally on 5 days / week, to support the team in daily R&D tasks, related mainly to primary cell culture work, using molecular biology assays.
Learning and Development
Food
Healthcare
Discounts
Conditions of Employment
International Services
Campuses
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!
Your responsibilities
We are looking for an ambitious and flexible R&D Associate, 50 %, ideally on 5 days / week, to support the team in daily R&D tasks, related mainly to primary cell culture work, using molecular biology assays.
- Conducting research experiments
- Depending on experience also planning. If needed incl. literature research
- Reporting and presentation of research results
- General laboratory maintenance
Your profile
- B.Sc./ Laboratory technician degree
- Experience in aseptic cell culture working methods
- Experience in cultivation of primary cells
- Experience in standard molecular biology methods: i.e qPCR, Western Blot, immunostaining, histological preparations etc.
- Experience in Flow Cytometry is a plus
- Well organized, strong attention to detail and ability to work under time pressure
- Open to learning and initiating new methods of working
- Good communication skills and strong team player
- Proficiency in English, German is an advantage
- Valid work permit for Switzerland
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
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!
Über die Firma
