Lab Technician 80-100%

Lab Technician 80-100% #

Ocular Pharmacology and Physiology ##

The University Hospital Basel plays a leading role in the (inter)national medical and research community. Our campus in the heart of Basel city represents innovative strength, development opportunities and interdisciplinary cooperation.

01.01.2027

Petersgraben 4, 4031 Basel

Those working at the University Hospital of Basel enjoy attractive working conditions and many benefits.

Your benefits at the USB ###

• Attractive salary policy and exceptional social benefits
• Discounts for shopping, sport and recreation
• Support during relocation and apartment hunting
• 25 vacation days, plus 5 flexible free days
• Support in further training and education, plus career planning
• Campus in the heart of Basel and the tri-border region
• Comprehensive childcare options
• Free-of-charge sport and fitness program

What you will be doing ###

• Perform cisterna magna and stereotactic intracranial injections in support of preclinical research projects
• Collect and process biological samples, including brain tissue, blood, and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
• Monitor animal health and welfare in accordance with established protocols and regulatory standards
• Maintain accurate experimental records and ensure thorough documentation of research activities and results
• Optionally, conduct brain tissue processing, histological and immunohistochemical staining, as well as microscopy and imaging analyses

Your profile ###

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Veterinary Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field
• LTK1 certification or an equivalent qualification
• Previous experience in neurobiology is preferred
• Practical experience in handling mice, including anaesthesia and animal welfare procedures
• Experience with injection techniques in mice, preferably including intracranial and intrathecal injections