Postdoc: Hematology, Functional Genomics & Genome Editing

University Hospital Zurich; Zürich; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded position

International environment

Access to state-of-the-art tech

Job summary

The Boettcher Lab at University Hospital Zurich invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to lead a project on hematopoietic stem cell dysfunction, combining molecular biology with preclinical models. You will design experiments, develop disease models, and apply CRISPR-based approaches, contributing to publications and conferences in an international setting.

The position is fully funded for 3–4 years, offering an international research environment and collaboration with the University

Qualifications

• PhD in molecular biology, biomedical sciences, genetics, cancer biology, or a related discipline.
• Strong experimental background in molecular and cellular biology.
• Experience with genome editing, functional genomics, or stem cell biology is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Independently design, coordinate, and perform experimental research projects.
• Establish and characterize advanced in vitro and in vivo disease models.
• Develop and apply CRISPR-based genome editing and functional genomics approaches.
• Conduct mechanistic investigations using molecular and cellular techniques.
• Analyze and interpret complex experimental datasets.
• Supervise and mentor junior researchers and students.
• Contribute to scientific publications and presentations at international conferences.

Skills

Molecular biology

Genomics

Genome editing

Stem cell biology

In vivo models

Next-generation sequencing

High-throughput screening

Scientific publishing

English communication

Education

PhD in molecular biology, biomedical sciences, genetics, cancer biology, or related discipline

Tools

CRISPR

NGS workflows

Job description

The Boettcher Lab at University Hospital Zurich invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to lead a project on hematopoietic stem cell dysfunction, combining molecular biology with preclinical models. You will design experiments, develop disease models, and apply CRISPR-based approaches, contributing to publications and conferences in an international setting.

The position is fully funded for 3–4 years, offering an international research environment and collaboration with the University