Laboratory Technician – Human Lung Organoids in Antibiotic Discovery
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Starting Date: 1 Aug 2025 (or by mutual agreement, no later than 1 Sep 2025)
How does life emerge from molecules and cells? This is the central question that motivates us. With curiosity and passion, we investigate the entire spectrum ranging from the atom to the organism. The Biozentrum of the University of Basel is one of the world's leading life sciences institutes. With 32 groups and 500 employees, we are a dynamic and international research community that has spawned many fundamental discoveries in biology and medicine as well as several Nobel Laureates. Become part of our community!
The Jenal Lab at the Biozentrum is seeking a highly motivated and skilled laboratory technician with expertise in cell cultures to join our team. We offer a full-time position with exciting opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research in lung infections and antibiotic discovery.
The Jenal Lab investigates bacterial lung infections with state-of-the-art human organoid models, coupling tissue characterization to drug testing and infection assays supported by advanced microscopy and molecular microbiology.
Your position
- Human lung organoid culture (50 %) – Maintain and quality-control air–liquid interface/Transwell cultures of human lung organoids; manage passage schedule.
- PK/PD experimentation (40 %) – Perform established in-vitro Pharmacokinetic / Pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) assays (time-kill curves, MIC/MBC), prepare datasets for modelling, and draft figures/reports.
- Laboratory coordination (10 %) – Oversee consumable inventory and equipment maintenance for the cell-culture facility.
Your profile
- Education: Degree in biology (Bachelor/Master) or training as a lab assistant/technician.
- Experience: At least 1-year hands-on experience with mammalian cell cultures. Experience in microbiology, pharmacology, or molecular biology is of advantage. Expertise in stem cells/organoids is a plus.
- Skills: Highly organized, reliable, flexible, and eager to learn new techniques. Good team-player with the ability to work independently. Strong enthusiasm for biological research is essential.
- Language: Fluency in written and spoken English is expected.
We offer you
This position places you at the center of an international, highly collaborative research community where you will address fundamental problems in infection biology and help shape the next generation of antimicrobial therapeutics. We offer an opportunity to expand your portfolio with skills in tissue engineering, PK/PD analyses and infection biology. Our team is supportive and strong in communication. The Biozentrum offers excellent working conditions, cutting-edge infrastructure and a highly dynamic and international research environment. The position is initially for one year, with the possibility of further extension. Salary and benefits are according to University of Basel standards.
Location: Basel is an international city with people from 150 nations. Located on the border where three countries meet, Switzerland-Germany-France, it is Europe's most important life sciences hub. Basel provides a high standard of living and a rich and varied cultural atmosphere.
Please apply online https://biped.biozentrum.unibas.ch/apply/laboratory-technician-jenal-lab
The application should include a brief personal statement, explaining how your qualifications and experience relate to the role, together with a full, up-to-date CV, diplomas and at least one reference letter. Review of applications will start immediately until the position is filled. Please note that only online applications will be considered.
For any informal inquiries, please contact: Jenal-Recruitment@unibas.ch
