Head of Flow Cytometry Facility (100%)
The Department of Biomedicine (DBM) of the University of Basel and University Hospital Basel promotes integrated research in biomedical research within the four focal areas immunology, oncology, stem cell biology & regenerative medicine, and neurobiology. The DBM provides a stimulating environment with state-of-the-art core facilities, enabling biomedical research of the highest quality. The Flow Cytometry Facility provides all DBM researchers with access to high-end cell sorters and analyzers, supporting a broad range of basic and clinical research projects. To join our Flow Cytometry Facility team we seek a Head of Flow Cytometry (100%).
Your position
- Hands-on operation of multi-laser, high-speed cell sorters (currently 1 BD Influx and 3 BD FACSAria) and supervision of user-operated BD FACSMelody
- Responsibility for QC, maintenance and repairs
- Active, hands-on work and coordination of a team of 4 Core Facility operators (3+1)
- Instruction and supervision of users operating flow analyzers (5 BD LSRFortessa, 5 BC Cytoflex, 1 Cytek Aurora, 1 Fluidigm CyTOF Helios + Hyperion, 1 ImageStream)
- Providing expert advice in experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation of results
- Keeping up-to-date with emerging technologies and new applications and advising the DBM leadership on purchase of new equipment
- Active membership in our Flow Cytometry Facility steering committee including budgeting
- Part time active participation in research projects is welcome
Your profile
- Several years of hands-on experience and expertise in high end sorting with a variety of cell types and experimental systems and as an operator
- Experience managing a team is preferred
- Candidates with or without a PhD will be considered
- A flexible schedule and effective organization skills are mandatory
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to establish and maintain good relationships with DBM researchers are essential
- The candidate should be self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
We offer you
- Broad spectrum of flow cytometry and cell sorting applications in a competitive international research environment in basic and clinical biomedical sciences
- Challenging work in a dynamic and international research environment
- Attractive work conditions and salary according to the standards of the University Hospital Basel
- Perspective to integrate two locations into a common Flow Cytometry Facility in the planned new DBM building
- Education and lifelong learning
Application / Contact
Please send applications with CV, a description of relevant research experience and the names of 3 referees to Heidi Hoyermann (Head of Human Resources) by email: heidi.hoyermann@unibas.ch. The position is available immediately or upon agreement. For informal inquiries please contact the chair of the steering committee Prof. Lukas Jeker (lukas.jeker@unibas.ch).
The Department of Biomedicine unites basic and clinical laboratory-based research of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Basel. For more details, please visit our website: http://biomedizin.unibas.ch
