Spatial / Single Cell Genomics Expert — ETH Zürich
- Location
- Basel
- Contract
- fixed-term
- Posted
- 23 days ago
Role overview
Spatial / Single Cell Genomics Expert
100%, Basel, fixed-term print Drucken
The Genomics Facility Basel (GFB) is a central academic technology platform jointly operated by the University of Basel and the Department of Biosystems Science and Engineering (D‑BSSE) of ETH Zurich.
- Spatial / Single Cell Genomics Expert
- 100%, Basel, fixed-term print Drucken
Application process
- To strengthen our R&D and user support activities, we are seeking a highly motivated PhD-level Application Scientist to join our team. Job description
- Evaluation, implementation, and benchmarking of emerging genomics technologies within an academic core facility environment
- Scientific and technical support of user projects, including experimental design, method selection, and troubleshooting, in close collaboration with researchers from the University of Basel, ETH Zurich, and associated institutes
- Research and development of novel workflows, with a strong focus on establishing scalable, robust, and high-throughput approaches in: Library preparation technologies Single-cell sequencing Spatial transcriptomics Multi-omics strategies
- Optimization, validation, and documentation of methods and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Active participation in internal R&D projects, technology pilots, and collaborative research initiatives
- Communication of new technologies and results through user consultations, training sessions, presentations, and written documentation Profile
- PhD in biology, molecular biology, genomics, bioengineering, or a related life science discipline
Company and context
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Practical experience in working in an NGS core facility is an advantage.
- Fluent oral and written communication skills in English are essential Workplace We offer
- An intellectually stimulating position within a leading academic technology platform at the interface of research, service, and innovation
- The opportunity to actively shape and establish new genomics technologies and workflows
- Daily interaction with a diverse and highly interdisciplinary research community
- Access to state-of-the-art instrumentation and evolving genomics platforms
- Attractive employment conditions and opportunities for professional development
- A workplace in Basel, a major international hub for life sciences and biomedical research chevron_right
- Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich We value diversity and sustainability
Additional details
- 100%, Basel, fixed-term
- The facility supports cutting-edge life science research across campus boundaries and provides services and expertise to associated institutions, including the Botnar Institute of Immune Engineering (BIIE), as well as external academic and industrial partners.Please enter text here Project background
- To strengthen our R&D and user support activities, we are seeking a highly motivated PhD-level Application Scientist to join our team.
- Research and development of novel workflows, with a strong focus on establishing scalable, robust, and high-throughput approaches in: Library preparation technologies Single-cell sequencing Spatial transcriptomics Multi-omics strategies
- Communication of new technologies and results through user consultations, training sessions, presentations, and written documentation
- Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: Single-cell genomics Multi-omics workflows
- Fluent oral and written communication skills in English are essential
- A workplace in Basel, a major international hub for life sciences and biomedical research
- Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich We value diversity and sustainability
- Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.
Notes and original content
- The facility supports cutting-edge life science research across campus boundaries and provides services and expertise to associated institutions, including the Botnar Institute of Immune Engineering (BIIE), as well as external academic and industrial partners.Please enter text here
- Project background
- Job description
- Research and development of novel workflows, with a strong focus on establishing scalable, robust, and high-throughput approaches in:
- Library preparation technologies
- Single-cell sequencing
- Spatial transcriptomics
- Multi-omics strategies
- Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Single-cell genomics
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