The Department of Biomedicine is a joint effort between the University of Basel and the University Hospitals Basel. It unites basic and clinical scientists to advance our understanding of health and disease and to develop pioneering therapies benefiting the lives of patients in areas of unmet need.
With more than 70 research groups and 800 employees, the Department of Biomedicine is the largest department at the University. We are located in the heart of Basel at 6 different locations. Be part of our future!
The Department is currently seeking a highly motivated Staff Scientist to drive innovation in spatial omics technologies and advanced imaging approaches embedded within the core facilities of the department and affiliated with the research group of Judith Zaugg. This position will focus on optimizing spatial multi-omics protocols, developing imaging pipelines, and leading technology implementation in collaborative projects.

Your position

• Develop and optimize spatial omics technologies (e.g., in situ sequencing, multiplex immunostaining, and spatial transcriptomics).
• Lead interdisciplinary collaborations, providing expertise in antibody bioconjugation, tissue handling (FFPE and fresh-frozen), and histology.
• Supervise and train students, postdocs, and technical staff in advanced microscopy, spatial omics protocols, and data analysis.
• Actively manage and execute multiple research projects, including design, cost optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with external collaborators and funding agencies for technology development and project dissemination.
• Contribute to teaching and outreach, including participation in international courses and workshops.

Your profile

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field with substantial staff scientist experience.
• Strong expertise in spatial omics technologies, multiplex immunostaining, in situe sequencing approaches, and advanced imaging techniques, as well as custom imaging setups/optical components.
• Experience in setting up a spatial genomics core facility
• Proven track record in antibody labeling and bioconjugation techniques, as well as the development of custom antibody panels and in situ sequencing technology gene panel.
• Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) methods (e.g., RNA-Seq, ATAC-Seq, and custom library preparation).
• Tracked human tissue material handling and preparation.
• Proficiency supervising interdisciplinary teams, multiple user projects managment and developing training programs for scientific methods.
• Demonstrated success in managing research projects and establishing collaborations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with experience in writing scientific reports and manuscripts.
• Fluency in English (required)

We offer you

The successful candidate will join a vibrant and interdisciplinary environment, embedded within one of the world’s leading life sciences hubs. The Department of Biomedicine provides access to cutting-edge platforms for imaging, genomics, and computational biology. This role offers opportunities for professional growth through mentorship, training programs, and collaboration with internationally renowned experts. The University of Basel provides a competitive salary, attractive benefits, and a family-friendly work environment.

• A CV (with a full list of publications).
• A cover letter detailing your motivation and relevant expertise (1 page max).