Research Assistant in Experimental and Computational Biology — Universität Zürich

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Department of Molecular Life Sciences

Start of employment as soon as possible, temporary

The Pelkmans lab in the Department of Molecular Life Sciences at the University of Zurich investigates cellular organisation and behaviour using quantitative approaches. We are seeking an MSc graduate with a mixed experimental and computational background to combine microscopy experiments with quantitative analysis of high-content volumetric imaging of vertebrate embryos and stem-cell derived systems for the duration of one year, under the supervision of Dr. Shayan Shamipour.

Your responsibilities

• Contribute to experimental work and microscopy-based measurements of 3D structures using spinning disc confocal and light sheet microscopy for fixed multiplexed and live-imaging datasets.
• Analyse multiplexed measurements and integrate imaging-derived features to investigate cellular behaviour.
• Process light-sheet microscopy data and apply workflows for tracking cells in live-imaging datasets.
• Apply computational methods, including machine learning where appropriate, to identify patterns and extract biological insights.
• Perform data quality control, statistical analysis and visualisation.
• Work closely with experimental and computational researchers and document experiments, code, methods and results.

Your profile

• MSc degree in cell biology, developmental biology, engineering or a related discipline, with a combination of experimental and computational experience.
• Python coding experience and the ability to develop and adapt scripts for scientific data analysis.
• Knowledge of microscopy and image analysis, with the ability to connect experimental measurements to quantitative biological questions.
• Experience with quantitative data analysis and an interest in reproducible computational workflows.
• Experience working with embryos is an advantage. Familiarity with light-sheet microscopy, cell tracking, multiplexed measurements or large volumetric datasets is also welcome.
• Strong communication skills, fluency in English, and the ability to work independently and collaborate across disciplines.

What we offer

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What we offer

Work-Life Balance

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

More Learning and Development

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

Food

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

Healthcare

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

Discounts

• Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
• Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions

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• Most UZH staff are employed according to public law

International Services

• Support for people from outside Switzerland

Campuses

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

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