Microbiology Scientist

B-Hive Switzerland; Basel; Presencial; CHF 90.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

B-Hive Switzerland is seeking a Research Scientist to join a major chemistry-focused project in Basel. You will propagate, curate and characterize bacterial and fungal strains, execute molecular biology workflows, and maintain lab infrastructure within a biosafety-conscious setting.

You will work with electronic lab notebooks, plan tasks independently and report scientific data accurately, contributing to high-impact projects in life sciences and related industries.

Formación

• BSc in microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology, or related field, or a lab tech apprenticeship with microbiology exposure.
• Proven experience culturing, isolating and archiving bacteria and fungi under aseptic conditions.
• Hands-on biosafety experience with biosafety cabinets and containment protocols.
• Familiarity with DNA prep, PCR, gel electrophoresis for strain verification.
• Knowledge of routine lab maintenance, media prep, autoclave sterilization, and inventory management.
• Experience in agriculture or crop protection research is a plus.
• Proficiency with electronic lab notebooks.
• Strong ability to plan tasks, analyze and report scientific data accurately.

Responsabilidades

• Propagate, preserve and curate bacterial and fungal strains within the microbial collection.
• Cultivate microorganisms under a variety of experimental conditions.
• Support strain characterization through molecular biology analyses including DNA extraction and PCR.
• Plan, perform and document laboratory workflows independently in electronic lab notebooks.
• Maintain and develop the collection of bacterial and fungal isolates.
• Support daily laboratory operations including equipment maintenance and inventory management.
• Maintain the general laboratory infrastructure.

Conocimientos

Independent planning

Data analysis

Molecular biology knowledge

Laboratory safety awareness

Educación

BSc in microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology or related field

Lab technician apprenticeship with microbiology exposure

Herramientas

Electronic lab notebooks

PCR

Gel electrophoresis

Biosafety cabinets

Descripción del empleo

Becoming part of a multi-specialized engineering company (life sciences, process industry, and manufacturing), where people and innovation are at the heart of every project.

In Switzerland, where quality of life meets industrial excellence, we are building with our collaborators an adventure based on:

• Team spirit and mutual support
• Care and stability
• Personal growth and professional development

Your project

As part of our growth, we are looking for a Research Scientist to join a major project with one of our clients in the Chemistry sector.

Your main responsibilities

• Propagate, preserve and curate bacterial and fungal strains within the microbial collection
• Cultivate microorganisms under a variety of experimental conditions
• Support strain characterization through routine molecular biology analyses, including DNA extraction and PCR
• Plan, perform and document laboratory workflows independently in electronic lab notebooks
• Maintain and develop the collection of bacterial and fungal isolates
• Support daily laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance and consumables inventory management
• Maintain the general laboratory infrastructure

Your profile

• BSc in microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology or a related field, or a completed lab technician apprenticeship with significant exposure to microbiology and molecular biology methods
• Proven experience in culturing, isolating and archiving bacteria and fungi under strict aseptic conditions
• Hands‑on experience in biosafety environments, including the use of biosafety cabinets (BSC) and compliance with containment protocols
• Working knowledge of standard molecular biology workflows, including genomic DNA preparation, PCR amplification and gel electrophoresis for strain verification
• Familiarity with routine laboratory maintenance, media preparation, sterilization standards (autoclave) and inventory management
• Experience in an agriculture or crop protection research environment is an asset
• Proficiency with electronic lab notebooks
• Strong ability to plan tasks independently and to analyze and report scientific data accurately

Only candidates of Swiss or EU/EFTA nationality, or those holding a valid Swiss residence and work permit, will be considered.

• A close-knit and ambitious team, where every member is essential to our collective success.
• A hive of multi-specialized engineering expertise, enriched by diverse projects and recognized know-how.
• A stimulating and caring environment, with training opportunities and career growth.
• The chance to grow in Switzerland, a country where innovation, work-life balance, and international openness go hand in hand.

Ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to high-impact projects?