Laboratory Technician in Cancer Research

7 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

ETH Zürich

Research Field

Biological sciences » Other

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Switzerland

Application Deadline

2 May 2024 - 21:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

41

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Laboratory Technician in Cancer Research

The Molecular Oncology Lab, headed by Prof. Nicola Aceto, is located at the Institute of Molecular Health Sciences of the Department of Biology (D-BIOL) within the ETH Hönggerberg campus, the Life Science Campus of ETH Zurich, and comprises a team of dedicated scientists and collaborators across different clinics and pharmaceutical companies.

Project background

The Molecular Oncology Lab combines a wide variety of disciplines to answer outstanding questions in cancer research, with a particular emphasis on the biology of human circulating tumor cells responsible for developing metastasis in patients. This interdisciplinary research group combines microfluidics technologies, patient samples, in vivo models, genome engineering, single-cell analysis, and computational and molecular biology to study how cancer spreads. Recent discoveries from the group involve the identification of metastatic precursors in breast cancer patients (e.g. Diamantopoulou et al., Nature, 2022; Szczerba et al., Nature, 2019; Gkountela et al., Cell, 2019; Donato et al., Cell Rep, 2020), leading to the development of new clinical trials.

Job description

We seek as of now or according to agreement a highly-motivated Laboratory Technician to support current projects in the lab. The main responsibility will be processing patients' blood samples, using novel microfluidic devices followed by microscopy analysis and reporting. You will be part of an international team of researchers and participate in well-funded projects in a highly motivated scientific environment.

Your profile

• A highly motivated research technician interested in substantially contributing to cancer research
• Accepting flexible working hours (required due to the variability in sample collection times with clinical collaborators)
• Responsible and having great organization skills
• Familiar with molecular biology techniques
• Willing to collaborate with lab members and support leading projects in the lab
• Not afraid of testing new protocols and ideas
• A team player with excellent communication skills
• Trained for working with “in vivo” (will be a plus)

We offer

ETH Zurich is a family-friendly employer with excellent working conditions. You can look forward to an exciting working environment, cultural diversity and attractive offers and benefits.

Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich

We value diversity
In line with our values , ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.
Curious? So are we.

Please submit your application package online before February 29th, 2024 including the following documents:

• CV
• Motivation letter
• Reference letters

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

For more information please visit our website . Questions regarding the position should be directed to M.Sc Ilona Krol, email: [email protected] (no applications).

For recruitment services, the GTC of ETH Zurich  apply.

About ETH Zürich
ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in
science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education,
cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge
into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our
university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an
environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe,
yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to
develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.
Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

ETH Zürich

Country

Switzerland

City

Zurich

Postal Code

8006

Street

Rämistrasse 101

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/eth-zurich/2024/laboratory-technician-in-cance…

Contact

City

Zurich

Website

https://ethz.ch/en.html

Postal Code

8006

STATUS: EXPIRED