Institute for Regenerative Medicine

Laboratory Technician 80 - 100 %

Start of employment as agreed. Please submit your application by 15.05.2025, temporary

Based on bio-inspired principles and novel biomimetic technologies, IREM research focuses on the replacement and/or regeneration of dysfunctional human cells, tissues or organs to restore or establish physiological functions. Thematic priorities are translational regenerative technologies (Emmert), cell-based regeneration and biomimetic tissue replacement (Hoerstrup), gene and cell therapy (Reichenbach), stem cell biology and cancer (Sendoel), and translational neuroregeneration (vacant).

Your responsibilities

We are searching for an experienced Laboratory Technician to support our research activities at the department for gene and cell therapy (Reichenbach) at IREM. Our laboratory develops viral and non-viral gene therapies including genome editing for patients with severe hereditary diseases up to the clinical application of these therapies. You will provide technical and scientific support to our young and international team in various gene therapy research projects and will also be responsible for ordering and general organisation of the laboratory. Your specific tasks will include
  • Performing molecular biology experiments such as PCR, RNA preparation, cloning, Western blot, etc.
  • Cell culture work in a BSL2 environment. Activities include cell line maintenance, isolation of primary cells, transduction, transfection, etc.
  • Production of lentiviral vectors
  • Assistance in animal experiments
  • Organisation of the laboratory: management of material orders, control of stock of consumables, maintenance of equipment
  • Supporting the laboratory manager and team with administrative tasks

Your profile

Degree as Laboratory Technician or equivalent qualification
  • Several years of work experience, preferably in a research environment
  • Experience of molecular biology and cell culture work
  • Experience of working with laboratory animals and appropriate authorisation (LTK1 or equivalent)
  • Self-motivated, organised, able to prioritise and enjoy working in a team
  • Willingness to learn new research methods under general supervision
  • Reliability and a precise way of working
  • Good knowledge of German, preferably also English (oral/written) and good computer skills.

What we offer

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Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
  • Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH


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Learning and Development
  • Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
  • Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich

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Food
  • Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
  • Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution

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Healthcare
  • Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
  • Free seasonal flu vaccinations
  • Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower

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Discounts
  • Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
  • Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
  • Special conditions on hotel reservations

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Conditions of Employment
  • Policies of the UZH
  • Most UZH staff are employed according to public law


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International Services
  • Support for people from outside Switzerland

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Campuses
  • Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
  • Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg

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Further information

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Prof. Ute Modlich Scientific Head of Divison, Group Prof. Reichenbach
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