Laboratory Technician in the Research Laboratory

UniBE is ambitious. With us, you will deliver top performance and compete with the best. Laboratory Technician in the Research Laboratory Start date Employment relationship fixed-term until 31 March 2031 Institute / Workplace [Institute for Infectious Diseases](< >) About us The Institute for Infectious Diseases combines medical services, teaching, and research under one roof and covers the entire breadth of microbiology. With 200 employees, it is the only university institute in Switzerland to combine all microbiological specialized disciplines. The Institute for Infectious Diseases is the seat of the National Reference Center for Pneumococci and the National Center for Antibiotic Resistance on behalf of the Federal Office of Public Health. Our biosafety center is a collaboration center of the World Health Organization (WHO). The increasing number of antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections requires new treatment strategies. The "predatory bacteria" laboratory of Prof. Simona Huwiler conducts basic research on predatory bacteria with the aim of understanding the microbial interaction between predator and prey. Do you want to work in a dynamic environment where teamwork is valued and cohesion counts? If you are open, motivated, and ready to take on responsibility, we look forward to getting to know you. Apply now and become part of our dedicated team. Further information can be found at: [Institute for Infectious Diseases](< >) Your tasks * Participation in research projects on the biological control of antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections through the use of predatory bacteria * Investigation of microbial interactions between predator and prey bacteria as part of basic research * Independent preparation, execution, and documentation of laboratory work as well as evaluation and interpretation of measurement results * Execution of experimental work to characterize predatory bacteria Our requirements * Apprenticeship as a laboratory technician, medical-technical laboratory assistant, or Master's degree in life sciences (or other natural sciences) * Experience in general laboratory organization * Previous experience in bacterial cell culture, molecular cloning, and microscopy, working according to a wide methodological spectrum * Collegial and professional cooperation with all employees * Quick comprehension as well as initiative * Basic knowledge of German and English is required (working language in the laboratory is English) Your benefits Collaborative environment and ambitious team Individual career support International reputation Good research infrastructures and international network Working at UniBE The University of Bern offers not only exciting tasks but also an environment that actively promotes development, diversity, and equal opportunities. Discover what distinguishes us as an employer and how you can progress with us. Application and contact We look forward to your application, which consists of two parts: * Please fill out the form at * Additionally, send an email with the title "TA-50 predatory bacteria" with an application file to This single application file (everything in one PDF file, max. 5 MB) should contain the following (in this order): 1) CV 2) Diplomas and work certificates 3) Name, institution, and email address of two reference persons Questions about the position? Prof. Dr. Simona Huwiler, Head of Predatory Bacteria Research Group E-mail: Questions about the application? Prof. Dr. Simona Huwiler, Head of Predatory Bacteria Research Group E-mail: j4id10422079a j4it1040a j4iy26a