Laboratory Technician (w/m/d)

The group “Mechanisms of Inherited Kidney Disorders” led by Prof. Olivier Devuyst is part of the Department of Physiology - an international biomedical center on the Irchel campus at the University of Zurich. This highly dynamic research group interacts with clinical departments at the University Hospital Zurich and works with technology platforms in collaboration with ETH Zurich, creating a unique and engaging work environment.

Our zebrafish platform uses state-of-the-art genome editing approaches (CRISPR-cas9) and molecular biology techniques to create new zebrafish models of genetic diseases and transgenic reporter lines. With these models, we perform phenotypic studies and drug screening in conjunction with translational studies using biochemical analysis, functional assays and optical imaging for our internal research or external collaborators. You would be responsibile for preparing high-quality plastic and cryo- sections with an emphasis on preserving eye structure for downstream imaging and histological analysis.

Your responsibilities

• Prepare zebrafish larval samples using Technovit and perform plastic sectioning and histological staining for morphological analysis.
• Perform cryo-sectioning using a rotary microtome and conduct immunofluorescence analysis.
• Support general lab operations including DNA analysis (genotyping) and eventually western blot.

Your profile

• Completed education as laboratory technician (EFZ Laborant:in) in biology or equivalent qualification
• Previous experience working in a research laboratory
• Ability to execute protocols independently and efficiently
• Capacity to perform repetitive tasks
• Experience with plastic sectioning, cryo-sectioning and immunostaining is an advantage
• Precise, well-organized and proactive
• Excellent knowledge of English and good communication skills

Information on your application

Please submit your application (curriculum vitae, motivation letter, certificates and names of two references and contact details) in a single PDF file.Evaluation of the applications will begin on May 4th, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Wir bieten

• Vereinbarkeit Beruf und Privatleben: Flexible Arbeitsmodelle (z.B. Teilzeitarbeit, Mobiles Arbeiten, Jobsharing), Kinderbetreuung bei der Stiftung kihz der UZH und ETH
• Lernen und Entwicklung: Vielfältige Weiterbildungsangebote der UZH und des Kantons Zürich, Sprachenzentrum der UZH und ETH Zürich
• Verpflegung: Vergünstigte Verpflegung in den Mensen und Cafeterias der UZH, Lunch-Check-Karte mit Verpflegungsbeitrag der UZH
• Gesundheit: Sonderkonditionen beim Akademischen Sportverband ASVZ, Kostenlose saisonale Grippeimpfungen, Entspannung im Relax Uniturm
• Vergünstigungen: Mobilität: Carsharing, Autovermietung, Parkplatz, Digitalisierung: Geräte, Programme, Mobile-Abo, Hotels buchen zu attraktiven Preisen
• Anstellungsbedingungen: Grundsätze der UZH, Öffentlich-rechtliche Anstellung für die meisten Mitarbeitenden der UZH
• International Services: Unterstützungsangebote für Personen aus dem Ausland
• Standorte: Campus Zürich Zentrum, Zürich Irchel, Oerlikon und Schlieren, Standorte Zürich West, Alter Botanischer Garten, Botanischer Garten und Lengg