Research Assistant, Translational Research
100%
IOB is a research institute combining basic and clinical research. Its mission is to drive innovations in understanding vision and its diseases and develop new therapies for vision loss. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your abilities challenged, and your knowledge expanded. We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join the Ophthalmic Translational Research Group.
Your position
- Key person for lab organization and administration
- Perform molecular biology experiments (cloning, DNA, RNA isolation, PCR, qPCR, sample preparation for sequencing)
- Perform histology on tissue samples, including sectioning, immunostaining, and confocal imaging
- Perform cell culture (standard cell lines, iPSC, iPSC-derived cells)
- Quantify images using pre-defined algorithms
- Prepare GLP compliant reports
- Keep an overview of the budget and handle orders for the group
- Collaborate closely with group members and other IOB groups and platforms
Your profile
- Biologielaborant/in (or equivalent education) or Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree (or equivalent) in molecular biology or related field
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in ophthalmology or a similar research field
- Strong experience of cell biology, molecular biology and biological research
- Enthusiasm to support the research activities of the group through detailed lab organization
- Ability to follow GLP compliant SOPs and precision in documenting findings and preparing reports
- Independence in planning, execution, analysis and troubleshooting of standard molecular biology experiments
- Highly organized, detail-oriented and computer skilled
- Prior experience in Lab Organization
- Good written and verbal communications skills
- Fluency in oral and written English and German
We offer you
- Competitive salary among the academic world.
- Five weeks of vacation for all employees, with an increasing amount of vacation days by age.
- Paid Maternity-leave up to 16 weeks plus the opportunity to extend it through unpaid leave.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development, including training and education support.
- Family Friendly: we offer childcare subsidy, a family room.
- The chance to be part of a groundbreaking research institute making a real impact in the field of medical science.
- Additional discounts and benefits: e.g. cafeteria, access to the Uni Sport offerings at university Basel, and more.
Application / Contact
To apply, please submit your application through our recruiting platform. For more information, visit www.iob.ch. If you have questions after applying, you can contact us by simply replying to the confirmation email you will receive.
Please note that we only accept applications via the recruiting portal.
Contact
IOB – Institute of Molecular and Clinical Ophthalmology Basel
Human Resources
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