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Starting immediately or upon 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 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!

We are seeking two highly creative and motivated post-docs with outstanding graduate training.

Your position

Bacterial infections pose a major threat to human health. However, critical knowledge gaps remain regarding the localization, properties, and host interactions of pathogens within human tissues. These gaps hinder the development of physiologically relevant laboratory models for drug discovery. As part of the Swiss research network http://www.nccr-antiresist.ch/, the Bumann lab tackles these challenges by analyzing patient biopsies using advanced imaging techniques and mass spectrometry.

The post-docs will lead projects investigating how Staphylococcus aureus and mycobacteria manipulate infected host cells and tissue microenvironments in patient biopsies. The projects will employ established work-flows for multiplex immunohistochemistry, advanced feedback-driven imaging, image analysis, and visual proteomics. These efforts will be strongly supported by the outstanding core facilities at the Biozentrum, which offer state-of-the-art imaging and mass spectrometry platforms, along with expert technical support.

Postdocs in the lab will have the chance to mentor graduate students, undergrads, and other trainees, and will be given opportunities to participate in grant writing, peer review, and other career-building activities.

Your profile

Candidates should hold a PhD or be nearing their PhD defense date. We are seeking highly creative and motivated postdocs with broad interests in bacterial infections or advanced imaging/image analysis.

We offer

• cutting-edge research infrastructure and a highly international environment that provides numerous opportunities to learn more
• an exciting and stimulating work environment with extensive scientific collaborations within the institute, the AntiResist network, and worldwide

Basel is an international city with people from 150 nations. Located on the border where three countries meet - Switzerland-Germany- France -, it is Europe’s most important life sciences hub. Basel provides a high standard of living and a rich and varied cultural atmosphere.

Application / Contact

Please apply online with your CV and a brief description of your research experience and interests. References are not required at this stage but will be requested from finalists.

For further information, please contact dirk.bumann@unibas.ch

Starting immediately 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 FACS Core Facility (FCF) provides extensive flow cytometry services in collaborative setting, empowering researchers to achieve their scientific goals. The FCF supports all Biozentrum researchers as well as the larger Basel community.

Your position

We seek an individual with flow cytometry background who is eager to work in a dynamic, diverse and innovative environment. This is a joint position with the Biozentrum (60%) and the Institute of Molecular and Clinical Ophthalmology Basel (20%).

Responsibilities include:

• User support and training, including theoretical and practical training on analyzers, providing advice on experimental design, data analysis and interpretation of results
• All aspects of flow cytometry sorting and analyzer operations, including quality control and maintenance
• Work in close collaboration with team members to support scientists in their research projects

The BZ FCF currently operates 3 high-speed cell sorters: BD FACSAriaFusion, BD FACSAriaIII, BD FACSMelody and 3 analyzers: BD LSRFortessa, BD FACS CantoII and Cytek Amnis ImageStreamx MK II. We also have Bucher Bio Singulator S100 tissue dissociation, Oxford Nanopore Sequencing and 10x Chromium X platform.

Your profile

We are looking for an enthusiastic person with a minimum Bachelor or Master degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or Immunology or equivalent experience. Previous experience with flow cytometry, cell sorting and/or flow cytometry data analysis is desirable. The ideal candidate is service oriented, proactive and an excellent team player, working to implement and evaluate new instruments and software, and who fosters collaboration across disciplines. We collaborate with neighbouring flow core facilities and across Switzerland, excellent social skills and communication skills in English are essential.

We offer

The Biozentrum offers a cutting-edge research infrastructure, a highly international environment and excellent working conditions: Access to sports programs and fitness facilities, well-established services for balancing career and family (e.g. childcare, modern parenthood regulations and more) and numerous courses for training and development. The University of Basel is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all identities and backgrounds. The position is initially for 2 years with the possibility of further extension. Salary and benefits according to University of Basel standards.

Basel is a vibrant international city, home to people from 150 nations. Situated at the crossroads of Switzerland, Germany, and France, it stands as Europe’s leading life sciences hub. The city offers a high quality of life and a diverse, dynamic cultural scene.

Application / Contact

Please apply online with a CV, letter of motivation, and the name/address of two references. Please note that only online-applications will be accepted.

Review of applications will start immediately and proceed until the position has been filled. Early application is strongly encouraged.

For further information, please feel free to contact Stella Stefanova, Head of FACS Core Facility, +41 61 207 21 56, stella.stefanova@unibas.ch

Starting August 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 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!

We are looking for an administrative assistant for two research groups.

Your responsibilities are

• Support of two research group leaders and their research group members in administrative and organizational matters
• Organization of courses, lectures and conferences, including communication and online system management related to these events
• Being in charge of updating and maintaining databases
• Support in personnel and financial administration
• Planning, organization and documentation of meetings
• Planning and accounting of business trips
• Assistance to foreign visiting scientists

Your profile

• Completed commercial training or University degree in the natural sciences
• Several years of experience in administration in an interdisciplinary environment
• Excellent knowledge of German and English, both written and spoken
• Excellent handling of office software and online tools
• Flexible in learning new tasks and adjust to changing environment

We are looking for a person who enjoys supporting and thereby enabling modern research as a member of a scientific team. Do you work in a goal-oriented, forward-looking and prudent manner, are a team player, reliable, well organized and used to working independently on a defined project? Do you react confidently and flexibly to the diverse demands of the university research environment? Do you enjoy interacting with people from all over the world? Then you are the person we are looking for.

We offer

We offer an exciting job as a member of our research groups with interactions to other administrative assistants, as well as contemporary employment conditions and social benefits within the framework of the university salary scale. Access to sports programs and fitness facilities, well-established services for balancing career and family (e.g. childcare, modern parenthood regulations and more) and numerous courses for training and development are also available to you.

Application / Contact

Please apply online with a CV, letter of motivation, reference letters if available to you, and the name/address of at least two references for contact.
Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please note that only online applications via the application portal will be accepted.

For any informal enquiries, please contact Manuela Holzer, HR Biozentrum, 061 207 20 22, manuela.holzer@unibas.ch.

Excellent students from all over the world are encouraged to apply for the prestigious "Biozentrum PhD Fellowships" program. The aim of the fellowships which are sponsored by the Werner Siemens-Foundation and the University of Basel is to select and promote highly talented graduate students in the area of Life Sciences. The fellowships offer direct access to the PhD program of the Biozentrum, University of Basel, additional financial support, a rotation-based selection of the research group, and support for the attendance of scientific meetings and courses during the PhD.

In der Basel Summer Science Academy begibst du dich auf eine Entdeckungstour am Rhein und im Labor. Du wirst Proben aus der Umgebung sammeln und in einem richtigen Labor im Biozentrum der Universität Basel untersuchen. Dabei kannst du neue bakterielle Viren, sogenannte Phagen, entdecken und diesen einen eigenen Namen geben. Du wirst neue Leute aus der Region kennenlernen, erkundest Basel als Life Sciences Standort und kannst dich bei gemeinsamen Ausflügen und Social Activities mit anderen Nachwuchsforschenden austauschen.

The Biozentrum offers a limited number of scholarships for international candidates who are applying for the MSc Physics of Life with outstanding records of accomplishment. These scholarships are highly competitive and the selection criteria are primarily academic excellence and motivation. Program starts fall semester 2025.