Post-Doctoral Research Position 80%-100%

Universität Basel; Basel; Vor Ort; CHF 80’000 - 120’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Eine innovative Einrichtung sucht einen motivierten Scientific Coordinator, um die internationale DART-Initiative voranzutreiben. Diese Schlüsselrolle umfasst die Koordination eines globalen Netzwerks, die Veröffentlichung strategischer wissenschaftlicher Arbeiten und die Förderung ethischer, tierfreier Testmethoden. Sie werden die Möglichkeit haben, die Zukunft der regulatorischen Toxikologie zu gestalten, indem Sie mit führenden Wissenschaftlern und Regulierungsbehörden zusammenarbeiten. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Wissenschaft und Politik haben und einen positiven Einfluss auf die chemische Sicherheitsprüfung ausüben möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Leistungen

Flexible Arbeitsbedingungen

Intellektuell stimulierendes Arbeitsumfeld

Möglichkeit zur Zusammenarbeit mit führenden Wissenschaftlern

Qualifikationen

• Erfahrung im Bereich regulatorische Toxikologie oder NAMs ist erforderlich.
• Starke organisatorische Fähigkeiten und Erfahrung in der Koordination internationaler Initiativen.

Aufgaben

• Koordinieren und wachsen des internationalen DART-Stakeholder-Netzwerks.
• Veröffentlichen von wissenschaftlichen Updates und Strategien zu DART und NAMs.
• Fördern des Dialogs zur Integration von DART NAMs in regulatorische Rahmen.

Kenntnisse

Regulatory Toxicology

Networking

Scientific Communication

Project Coordination

Grant Writing

Adverse Outcome Pathway (AOP)

New Approach Methodologies (NAMs)

Organizational Skills

Ausbildung

PhD in Toxicology

Degree in Biology

Degree in Biomedical Sciences

Jobbeschreibung

The Swiss Centre for Applied Human Toxicology (SCAHT) at the University of Basel is seeking a highly motivated Scientific Coordinator to lead and advance an International STakeholder NETwork (ISTNET) initiative for Developmental and Reproductive Toxicity (DART) testing. This project aims to further develop a research community that is currently establishing a regulatory roadmap for DART testing using animal-free, human-relevant New Approach Methodologies (NAMs). This includes NAM data analyses, strategic publications (e.g. on Adverse Outcome Pathway or other concepts for DART evaluation), networking, coordination and grant writing. Building on the success of the first ISTNET-DART stakeholder workshop that took place in autumn 2024 with over 60 participants from 12 countries, your mission will be to drive global collaboration between regulators, academia, and industry toward faster, more ethical, and more predictive chemical safety testing strategies. The position is available for two years and sponsored by the Grantham Foundation.

Your position

• Coordinate and grow the international DART stakeholder network across science, industry, and regulatory authorities.
• Publish key initiatives, scientific updates, strategies and Adverse Outcome Pathways (AOPs) related to DART and NAMs.
• Organize follow-up activities to advance the development of a harmonized DART testing roadmap.
• Foster international dialogue to promote acceptance and integration of DART NAMs into regulatory frameworks.
• Lobby for funding opportunities and build collaborative proposals for DART research.
• Bridge DART testing with the 'One Health' approach by expanding the focus from human health to other species.

Your profile

We are looking for a research associate/postdoc with experience in the EU/international chemical regulatory landscape and/or NAM area.

• PhD or equivalent degree in toxicology, biology, biomedical sciences, or a related field.
• Proven experience and interest in regulatory toxicology or NAMs, preferably with knowledge of DART or DNT.
• Strong organizational skills and experience in coordinating international scientific initiatives or networks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages, especially German, are a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to write scientific publications and competitive grant applications (i.e., research funding, conference travel grants).
• Passion for networking and communication.
• Passion for innovation, ethics, and science-driven policy.

We offer you

• A key leadership role in a high-impact, internationally recognized initiative.
• The opportunity to shape the future of regulatory toxicology and contribute to a healthier environment.
• Establishing a network and collaboration with a global community of leading scientists, regulatory bodies, and industry pioneers.
• An intellectually stimulating work environment at the interface of science and policy.
• Flexible working conditions and employment under the terms of the University of Basel.

Application / Contact
Please submit your application including a motivational letter, CV, degree documents and two reference contacts. Closing date for applications is 04.05.2025. For further details, please contact the SCAHT Director, Prof. Dr. Ellen Fritsche, [e-mail].