Python Job: Organoid Automation Scientist

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Location

Basel - Switzerland

Job type

Full-Time

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INTRODUCTION:
As a preferred supplier for Roche Basel we are looking for an individual as

Organoid Automation Scientist

(contract for 2 years, with possible extension). The earliest start date is as soon as possible within 3 months. Onsite position (laboratory-based).

ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION:
  • Survey scientific literature for state-of-the-art in-vitro culture protocols.
  • Work with a team to implement, adapt and improve existing in-vitro culture protocols on liquid handlers, robotic, and bioreactor platforms.
  • Develop SOPs to be implemented in an organoid manufacturing facility.
  • Contribute to the improvement of existing automation procedures. Assist other research groups in the development and implementation of new procedures and in the evaluation of new products and equipment.
  • Assume responsibility for the accuracy, quality and timeliness of in-vitro models culture and phenotyping activities.
  • Participate in the planning and organization of experiments in collaboration with the team. Assist in the preparation of experimental protocols, investigations and reports as appropriate.
  • Train, mentor, or supervise junior scientists within the work team.

REQUIRED PROFILE:
  • MSc or PhD in biology, biochemistry or biomedical engineering and experience in automation.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in automation, preferable using liquid handlers or bioreactor systems.
  • Experience with liquid handlers (hamilton devices preferred) and with integration systems.
  • Good programming skills (Python, C++, Liquid handler workflows, etc ).
  • Your experience and inquiring mindset allow you to work independently, design, perform and interpret experiments, and apply new scientific methods.
  • You have good English communication skills and love to work collaboratively in an international team.


Nice to Have:

  • Experience with organoids or in-vitro biological systems
  • Experience with bioreactors culture
  • Experience with scheduling software
  • Experience using Hamilton, Tecan, Beckman or Sartorius systems.
  • Experience with image analysis and machine learning algorithms
  • Experience with high content imaging microscopes


Application process

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