Microbiologist – Research Scientist

For a leading pharmaceutical company, we are looking for a qualified candidate for a temporary assignment as

Microbiologist – Research Scientist

General information

Start date: ASAP

Planned duration: 12 months

Location: Basel City, Basel

Workload: 100%

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, propagate, preserve, and curate bacterial and fungal strain collections.
• Culture, isolate, and archive microorganisms using aseptic microbiological techniques.
• Perform molecular biology assays including DNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis.
• Support microbial strain characterization and verification activities.
• Independently plan, execute, analyze, and document laboratory experiments using ELN systems.
• Contribute to laboratory operations, including media preparation, equipment maintenance, and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with biosafety procedures, laboratory standards, and containment protocols.

Required Qualifications

• BSc in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related life sciences discipline; alternatively, completed laboratory technician training with relevant microbiology experience (MSc and PhD overqualified).
• Practical experience culturing, isolating, and preserving bacterial and fungal microorganisms.
• Hands-on experience working in BSL-1 and BSL-2 laboratory environments.
• Experience with biological safety cabinets (BSCs) and biosafety procedures.
• Sound knowledge of DNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis techniques.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to independently plan and prioritize laboratory activities.
• Accurate, detail-oriented working style with strong documentation skills and good English communication abilities.

Interested? Then apply today. We look forward to hearing from you!