Scientific Laboratory Technician 50%

As a joint venture of the University of Basel and the University Hospitals Basel, the Department of Biomedicine (DBM) brings together basic and clinical scientists to advance the understanding of health and disease.
We are home to more than 67 research groups and over 800 employees across six locations in the heart of Basel. Our collaborative and international environment fosters innovation, excellence, and impactful research.
The Cardiac Surgery and Engineering led by Prof. Anna Marsano / Prof. Hassina Baraki, is looking for a Lab Technician.
Join our community and help shape the future of biomedicine.
 
We are searching a Lab Technician with a strong background in cell culture and the desire to support our stem cell-based cardiac research.
Your main responsibilities are

• The expansion of human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and their differentiation into heart muscle cell
• To perform cell-based experiments including the generation of 3D engineered tissues
• To perform quality controls, such as e.g. assessing cell purity after differentiation, microbial contamination and cell line identity, gene expression profiling by qPCR, and Western Blotting etc.
• Support organization and maintenance of the lab by ordering, sterilization, cleaning etc.
• Electronic documentation

You are a Lab Technician with diploma or similar degree and are experienced in cell culture and in vitro experimentation. Persons holding a higher qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. biology, biomedical science, biotechnology) will be favored, particularly if competition is high.
The successful candidate is highly motivated, eager to acquire new skills, and can work independently in a team environment. A good self-organization and high standards in technical reproducibility and documentation are of highest importance. 
Fluent English (speaking and writing) is mandatory. Fluent German is desirable.
You will also need to show:

• Excellent oral communication skills in order to work effectively with colleagues from all parts of the organization
• The ability to learn specific, practical techniques and apply this knowledge to solve technical problems
• Time management skills in order to work on several different projects at the same time
• Flexibility in order to work with and provide support for a number of people
• Teamwork skills and patience
• High attention to detail

• A dynamic, multidisciplinary, diverse and communicative work-environment
• Excellent training in cell culture, differentiation and maintenance of iPSCs with robust protocols to reproduce
• Involvement in different research projects
• Two-year-contract at 50% with the opportunity for extension 
• Attractive working conditions and salary in line with the standards of the University of Basel

Application
Please submit your application, including your CV, motivation letter and references.
The position is available immediately or by agreement.