Technical Assistant
vor 6 Stunden
The Department of Biomedicine is a joint effort between the University of Basel and the University Hospitals Basel. It unites basic and clinical scientists to advance our understanding of health and disease and to develop pioneering therapies benefiting the lives of patients in areas of unmet need.
With more than 70 research groups and 800 employees, the Department of Biomedicine is the largest department at the University. We are located in the heart of Basel at 6 different locations. Be part of our future
The Department of Biomedicine (DBM) integrates the fundamental and translational research programs of the Medical Faculty of the University of Basel and the University Hospital of Basel (USB). Within the DBM, the Tissue Engineering Cluster focuses on developing and translating innovative, cell-based therapies for cartilage repair in orthopedic, spinal, and reconstructive surgery. As part of this effort, the Intervertebral Disc Research Unit (Dr. Olga Krupkova) at USB, is seeking a motivated and skilled laboratory assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge translational research on cell-based therapies aimed at alleviating low back pain.
Your positionThe tasks include an active participation in the design and execution of
- Manufacturing of cell-based medicinal products in a GMP facility (clean room)
- Writing of manufacturing protocols and establishing GMP-compliant documentation
- Validation of new procedures and qualification of new equipment for GMP use
- Management of disposable material for production in clean room
- Development of assays (viability, potency, identity, purity) for cell-based medicinal products
The successful candidate should have
- Strong motivation and interest to work in translational research
- Ability to work independently and to take responsibilities within a team
- Consolidated experience in cell culture and standard analytical methods (histology, biochemical assays)
- Experience in working in a GMP environment preferred
- Good command in English, spoken and written (in addition, German an asset)
- High reliability, flexibility and problem-solving attitude
- An inspiring environment involving translation of basic scientific concepts into highly innovative clinical applications
- Working in close interaction with interdisciplinary and internationally competitive teams
- Attractive working conditions and salary according to the standards of the University Hospital Basel
- Employment on renewable 1-year contracts, up to a maximum of 3 years
- A unique opportunity to co-develop a therapeutic for one of the most disabling conditions worldwide
Application / Contact
The position is available starting January 2026. Join us in pioneering innovative cell-based therapies for low back pain. If you meet the requirements, please send your documents (CV, description of relevant experience, reference letters) to For more information, please contact Dr. Olga Krupkova. We look forward to receiving your application.
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