Research scientist

University of Zurich · Schlieren

The University of Zurich seeks a senior research scientist in Schlieren to apply biostatistics and imaging analysis to large-scale biological datasets while supervising doctoral candidates.

This position focuses on leveraging advanced biostatistical methods and imaging techniques to analyze complex biological data, including single-cell and proteomics datasets, while contributing to the university's research excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Apply modern biostatistical methods to large-scale datasets, including single-cell/nuclei RNA-seq and proteomics data.
  • Develop a two-photon calcium imaging analysis pipeline for pericytes in cerebral slices.
  • Manage projects and supervise doctoral students.

Requirements

  • PhD in Integrative Molecular Medicine or Neuroscience.
  • Experience in cerebrovascular biology.
  • Experience analyzing two-photon calcium imaging data to elucidate cellular activity.
  • Minimum 3 years of postdoc experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in the analysis of single cell/nuclei RNA-seq data, proteomics data.
  • Knowledge in R and Python.
  • Experience with cloud-based HPC environments.
  • Experience with mouse handling and breeding transgenic mouse lines.
  • Valid FELASA cat. B certificate.
  • Demonstrated experience in imaging techniques confocal microscopy and light-sheet microscopy and image analysis.
  • Experience in cell culture techniques.

What the company offers

  • Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
  • Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH
  • Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
  • Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich
  • Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
  • Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution
  • Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
  • Free seasonal flu vaccinations
  • Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower
  • Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
  • Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
  • Special conditions on hotel reservations
  • Support for people from outside Switzerland

About the company

The University of Zurich is Switzerland's largest university with around 10,000 employees. The university offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education.

  • The university offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education.

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