Laboratory Technician in Microbiology– EFZ (m/f/d) 80%
group in the Department of Environmental Microbiology () is looking for a technician focusing mainly on Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy (CLSM).
The main CLSM applications include i) the analysis of diverse microbiological samples ranging from laboratory experiments, aquatic systems and engineered bioreactors, and ii) live imaging of eukaryotic organisms under toxicant pressure.
In general, the main interest of the MCA group is to understand the spatial organization of microbial systems. , , , , , , ,
Your tasks
- Use and maintain the CLSM, train and assist others on the CLSM for a wide range of microbiological and eukaryotic samples
- Learn and establish new methods (e.g. advanced CLSM methods, anaerobic experiments, microbiological experiments)
- Analyse experiments, compile results and evaluate data
- Support the organisation and operation of the laboratory and the broader Umik department
- Participate in the maintenance of laboratory infrastructure and data
- Support the oversight of students and participate in a practical course
- Support the training of apprentices
- are a Swiss Federal Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (EFZ) as Laboratory Technician specialising in biology or comparable, exceptional organisational skills, attentiveness to detail and quality control, strong interpersonal communication skills, and a growth-based mindset, especially when it comes to developing and refining new CLSM applications.
The job requires high levels of independence, personal responsibility, flexibility, and assertiveness. Previous experience with microscopy (but not necessarily CLSM), including image processing and analysis, is ideal.
An interest in microbiological and environmental systems is also desired. Due to the many different countries of origin of our employees, fluency in German and English are both necessary
Necessary qualifications
Evaluation of applications starts on 15 November 2024
For questions, please email Dr Dave Johnson ()