Research Assistant (Part‑time, 25%)

About the role

The Sleep and Neurodegeneration Animal Laboratory (SNAL) at the University of Zurich is looking for a part‑time Research Assistant (25% FTE) for a three‑year, funded position. The role supports cutting‑edge neuroscience research on Parkinson’s disease in an international, collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and maintain transgenic mouse colonies.
• Oversee laboratory pharmacy, consumables inventory and ordering.
• Support day‑to‑day laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance and organization.
• Provide technical assistance to researchers, post‑docs and students.

Required profile

• Organised, proactive and reliable.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Interest in laboratory management and animal research.
• Fluent in English.
• Available for a long‑term, part‑time (25%) commitment.

Required skills

• Experience with mouse colony management.
• Knowledge of laboratory inventory and pharmacy procedures.
• Basic laboratory equipment handling.

What we offer

• Supportive international team and state‑of‑the‑art facilities at the UZH Schlieren Campus.
• Structured onboarding and technical training.
• Opportunity to develop specialised laboratory skills.
• Competitive salary at SNSF level.