Scientist, Single-Cell and Spatial Omics (7121)

Scientist, Single-Cell and Spatial Omics

Join a leading global player in the Pharmaceutical industry headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. This organization is undergoing a significant transformation in culture and external perception, focusing on novel therapies in Oncology and Ophthalmology. They are also developing a world-leading pipeline in Neuroscience and Dermatology, boasting one of the strongest pipelines of Phase II/III studies globally.

As part of this dynamic team, you will contribute to a 6-month contract role dedicated to advancing scientific research through cutting-edge genomic technologies.

Main Tasks

• Develop, evaluate, and implement NGS methods and protocols, with a specific emphasis on single-cell RNA sequencing and spatial or multi-omics applications
• Independently perform experiments, analyze data, and write high-quality reports
• Ensure the generation of FAIR-compliant data through scientific rigor
• Interpret complex sequencing datasets together with wet lab and bioinformatics teams to provide actionable insights to project teams
• Present protocols and results to internal stakeholders

Your Profile

• Relevant working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required
• Master's degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related discipline
• 1 to 2 years of industry experience in genomics, in situ hybridization, imaging, and spatial techniques
• Demonstrable hands-on experience with NGS workflows and strong molecular biology skills, including nucleic acid extraction, PCR/qPCR, and NGS library preparation
• Experience with single-cell and spatial transcriptomics platforms is a plus
• Experience with challenging clinical sample types such as FFPE tissue, primary tumor cells, and low-input samples
• Experience and enthusiasm for developing and refining experimental methods, working independently, and communicating findings effectively
• Strong collaboration skills within and across matrix teams
• Fluent English