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Randstad

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Location:
Switzerland, Bellinzona

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Category:
Research and Development

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Contract Type:
Not provided

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Salary:

Not provided

Job Description:

For an estimated client we're currently looking for a Lab technician in cell biology and Functional Screenings.

Job Responsibility:

  • Perform and develop biochemical and cell-based functional assays (96- or 384-well plate format) for screening and pharmacologically characterize molecules for drug discovery or technology development projects
  • Highly experienced with human cell lines and cell culture work combined with handling pipetting robots and high-end analytical instruments like plate readers
  • Independently design, plan, perform and analyze cell-culture experiments and assays in the context of cancer models
  • Ensure own work is compliant with General Laboratory Standards, Safety, Health and Environment standards and all other relevant internal standards and external regulations
  • Deliver work on time and within the allocated budget
  • Perform statistical data analysis and interpretation of analysis results
  • Determine SOPs, reports and presentations
  • Perform maintenance of high-end laboratory devices and instruments
  • Comply with industry standards of good research practice principles, including relevant documentation procedures in an ELN system
  • Maximize value extraction from every measurement in the lab

Requirements:

  • MSc degree in biology/oncology or lab technician training with relevant hands-on experience in the lab
  • Minimum of 2 years industry experience in a drug discovery environment
  • Experience and in-depth technical knowledge of biologics assay development and validation, screening and use of automation, with a commitment to quality and scientific rigor
  • Strong hands-on experience in cell-based assays (e.g., cell culture techniques, viability and phenotypic assays, FACS, etc.)
  • Ability to solve challenges creatively and a drive to contribute to the development of new and improved assay technologies and processes
  • Experience in biochemical and molecular biology methods (e.g., ELISA, WB and enzyme assays)
  • Experience in biochemical assays like HTRF, AlphaLISA and AlphaScreen is a big plus
  • Experience in high throughput technologies and automated liquid handling systems is a plus
  • Knowledge of statistical data analysis and experimental design (DoE) is of advantage
  • Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills with great attention to detail
  • Proactive, independent, structured and highly motivated approach to work combined with excellent problem-solving skills and a great team spirit
  • Strong team player with good communication skills and experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams and contributing to collaborations
  • Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory
  • Fluency in Italian is a plus
  • Demonstrate independent judgment in technique and method selection, protocol and study design and execution, data analysis and use of standard practices and procedures for a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity to meet assigned objectives

Nice to have:

  • Experience in biochemical assays like HTRF, AlphaLISA and AlphaScreen
  • Experience in high throughput technologies and automated liquid handling systems
  • Knowledge of statistical data analysis and experimental design (DoE)
  • Fluency in Italian

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 12, 2025

Expiration:
June 25, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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