Research Technican

Center of Dental Medicine

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University of Zurich's Center of Dental Medicine is one of the four dental university centers of Switzerland. It has approximately 390 employees and comprises six clinics, a central administration department as well as the Institute of Oral Biology.

The Orofacial Development and Regeneration Unit of the Institute of Oral Biology (research team of Professor Thimios Mitsiadis) has a vacant position.

The Unit investigates the physiology and pathology of orofacial tissues using human samples and a variety of transgenic mouse models. To this end a combination of histology, stem cell biology, in vivo genetic analyses, in vitro experimental techniques and modern imaging technology is being used.

The successful candidate must have either a B.Sc. degree in Biology and related disciplines or a degree as a lab technician, good experience in cell culture, preferably with stem cells, strong molecular biology background and excellent organizational skills. Aside from the work on research projects, care and maintenance of laboratory appliances are part of the responsibilities. Spoken and written English are also required.

The Institute of Oral Biology is located in the middle of Zurich and has access to state of the art core facilities for cell culture, histology, imaging and molecular biology.

Center of Dental Medicine, University of Zurich, Plattenstrasse, Zürich, Switzerland

Employment start date as soon as possible or to be mutually agreed. We look forward to receiving your application with CV and contact details as well as at least two references.

The salary will be according to the UZH scale. The contract is initially for 1 year, with the option for extension.