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The position can be started immediately or by agreement.
The Institute of Medical Virology at the University of Zurich is active in teaching, research, and diagnostics of viral diseases. As one of the largest virological institutes in Switzerland and as a National Reference Center for Retroviruses and Poliomyelitis, we have a broad spectrum of molecular biological and sequence-based methods, serology, and cell culture for the identification and characterization of human pathogenic viruses. The advertised position is located in the diagnostics department (accredited according to ISO 15189:2022).
Tasks
- Conducting virological diagnostic tests in the areas of molecular diagnostics, serology and virus culture
- Management of clinical samples (sample receipt, logistics, pre-analytics, etc.)
- Data collection, evaluation and assessment of test results
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- Training as a certified biomedical analyst (HF) or comparable vocational training
- Experience in laboratory work in the diagnostics field
- Basic computer skills (Windows, Office programs, etc.)
- precise, independent and responsible work ethic
- a team-oriented, flexible personality with a quick grasp of concepts and a high level of commitment
- good spoken and written German skills
- Experience with in-house real-time PCR is an advantage.
Application information
Please submit your application electronically as a PDF by October 20, 2026 at the latest.
We offer
- Flexible working models (e.g. part-time work, mobile working, job sharing)
- Childcare at the kihz Foundation of the University of Zurich and ETH Zurich
- Diverse continuing education opportunities offered by the University of Zurich and the Canton of Zurich
- Language Centre of the University of Zurich and ETH Zurich
- Discounted meals in the canteens and cafeterias of the UZH
- Lunch check card with meal allowance from the University of Zurich
- Special conditions at the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
- Free seasonal flu vaccinations
- Relaxation in the Relax Unit Tower
- Mobility: Car sharing, car rental, parking
- Digitization: Devices, programs, mobile subscription
- Principles of the UZH
- Public sector employment for most UZH employees
- Support services for people from abroad
- Campus Zurich Center, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
- Locations Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
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Further information
Questions about the position
PD Dr. Guido BloembergHead of Virological Diagnostics044 634 62 13
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