Technical Scientist / Technical Scientistess

Job Offer: Technical Scientist

The ETH Zurich core facility NEXUS Personalized Health fosters groundbreaking biomedical discovery and translational research aimed at personalized health. Our multidisciplinary team offers a diverse range of expertise, from software engineering and biomedical data management to statistical and bioinformatics services. Within this innovative environment, the Screening & Lab Automation group specializes in cutting-edge screening technologies, assay development, complex cell systems, and lab automation. Our projects span various areas, including biochemical screens, combinatorial chemical synthesis, and sophisticated screening assays utilizing patient-derived organoids.

We are currently seeking a highly collaborative and service-oriented scientist or technician to join our team temporarily as a Technical Scientist. In this role, you will provide exceptional laboratory automation and high-throughput screening (HTS) services to researchers across various disciplines. As a member of the Screening & Lab Automation team, you will support screening projects while also contributing to general lab management and system maintenance. This position is perfect for individuals passionate about science, technology, and lab automation, possessing strong organizational skills and an eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Support high-throughput screening (HTS) and high-content screening (HCS) projects, assisting researchers with assay development, assay execution, and data interpretation.
• Prepare and maintain cell cultures (e.g., cell expansion for screening experiments) in a BSL-2 environment.
• Support project workflows and assay development through the preparation of buffers, solutions, and consumables.
• Operate and maintain automated liquid handling platforms and plate readers; prior experience is a plus, but not required as training will be provided.
• Perform instrument calibration and routine maintenance of lab automation equipment.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary research environment, aiding scientists in optimizing screening workflows.

Required Qualifications

• A technical diploma or MSc in biology, bioengineering, or a related field.
• Strong background in standard cell culture work, preferably in a BSL-2 laboratory.
• Affinity for laboratory automation and screening technologies (experience is a plus, but not required).
• High level of accuracy, reliability, and independence in executing lab tasks.
• Strong team player with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in English and German.

Core Skills

• Excellent organizational skills, including project coordination, document management, and time management.
• Service-oriented mindset with outstanding communication skills.
• Hands-on mentality in problem-solving.
• Strong technical affinity and ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• A precise and accurate working style.

This is a temporary position ending in June 2026 and includes hands-on training in laboratory automation. At NEXUS, we emphasize knowledge exchange and collaboration within an agile, high-performing team where each member brings unique expertise and personality. Our flat hierarchies and flexible working hours, along with family-friendly models, create an inclusive work environment. We offer numerous training opportunities and an exciting range of work at the forefront of translational research.

We look forward to receiving your online application using the form below.

Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

For further information about NEXUS Personalized Health Technologies, please visit our website. For any questions regarding the position, please contact Eva Riegler, PhD, Group Leader of Screening and Lab Automation, at Show e-mail (no applications).