Technician Position 80-100%
Starting 1 November 2025 or as per agreement
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, high-end core facilities 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 Diard lab of the Biozentrum is recruiting a technician to assist the group in understanding intestinal colonization by multidrug-resistant strains of Escherichia coli in the murine model.
Your position
You will work on ongoing research projects aiming at understanding the mechanisms of intestinal colonization by pathogenic and drug-resistant strains of E. coli.
Your profile
Interested candidates should have a degree in biology or a degree as a laboratory technician with a strong interest in host/pathogen interactions. A background in experimental infection biology is of advantage. The LTK Module 1 Information / Introductory Course in Laboratory Animal Science is not a prerequisite but should be completed during the employment period.
We offer you
The Biozentrum offers an exciting and stimulating work environment in a friendly and collaborative atmosphere. The team is embedded in the focal area Infection Biology, which provides strong synergies between well-established, internationally-recognized and complementary research groups.
The position is for one year. Salary and benefits according to University of Basel standards.
Please apply online with a CV, a motivation letter, and the name/address of at least two references for contact: https://biped.biozentrum.unibas.ch/apply/technician-position-80-100
For any informal enquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Médéric Diard, mederic.diard@unibas.ch
