Laboratory Technician

---base:meta-keywords:meta-viewport: width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0title: Laboratory Technician---Laboratory Technician===================== **University of Zurich's Center for Dental Medicine is one of the four dental university centers of Switzerland. It has approximately 400 employees and comprises six clinics, a central administration department as well as the Institute of Oral Biology.** The laboratory technician will support ongoing research projects within the laboratory, primarily through experimental work in molecular biology, cell biology and histology.Laboratory Technician===================== **Your responsibilities*** **Molecular biology:** RNA/DNA isolation, RT\-qPCR, immunofluorescence and other molecular staining techniques* **Cell culture:** Maintenance and experimental work with human and mouse cells, including primary cells and established cell lines* **Histology:** Tissue collection and processing, fixation, embedding, sectioning, histological staining and immunohistochemistry* **Animal experimentation:** Support with laboratory animals, particularly mice, in surgeries, monitoring and maintenance* **General laboratory support:** Preparation of reagents, maintenance of laboratory materials and equipment, and organization of experimental samples **Your profile*** Completed training as a laboratory technician or equivalent qualification in life sciences* LTK1 or equivalent certification for animal experimentation* Practical experience in molecular biology, particularly DNA and RNA isolation and RT\-qPCR* Experience with mammalian cell culture (human and/or mouse cells)* Experience with histological processing and staining techniques* organizational skills, reliability and ability to work independently and as part of a team **Additional qualifications (an advantage, but not required)** * Experience with fluorescence microscopy and image analysis **Language skills** * working knowledge of English* is an advantage but not requiredThe technician will work closely with researchers and students, supporting several ongoing projects. The position requires reliable experimental work, good laboratory organization and the ability to follow established protocols. This is a laboratory\-based position supporting several research projects at the Institute of Oral Biology. The initial appointment is for 6 months at 50% employment, with the possibility of extension up to a total of 12 months. Most of the activities will conducted at the Center for...

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