Founded in 2004 by a group of PhD students as a spin-off from the University of Zurich, Molecular Partners AG is a thriving and steadily growing clinical stage biotech company located in Zurich-Schlieren (Switzerland) with 180 highly qualified employees. In order to advance modern medicine and significantly improve the management of serious diseases, we have developed and successfully established a powerful new class of potent, specific and versatile small protein therapies, called DARPin therapeutics. The continuous development of a broad portfolio of therapeutic product candidates in oncology and ophthalmology based on the company’s proprietary DARPin platform allowed a successful listing of the company on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ticker: MOLN) and NASDAQ. Next to our own pipeline of drug candidates we have entered into collaborations with leading international pharmaceutical companies, including AbbVie, Amgen and Novartis. The highly dedicated, multi-disciplined team at MP is committed to developing breakthrough medicines for serious diseases.
To complement and support our research and development team, we are looking for a motivated and reliable laboratory assistant. In this role, you will work together with experienced colleagues. The versatile tasks include:
- Securing a steady supply of highly pure buffers, culture media, additives, agar plates, etc. for various applications in molecular biology, protein chemistry and protein production (both on a regular basis and on demand)
- Preparation of agarose gels for DNA electrophoresis, stock solutions of DNA and protein markers, antibiotics, etc.
- Cleaning and autoclaving of glass and plastic ware as well as lab equipment
- Autoclaving and safe disposal of biological lab waste
- Specific tasks include the use of filtering devices, calibration of pipettes and balances and pH meters
- Recording and documentation of relevant work and associated results
- Taking over responsibility for other lab organization duties, as needed
In addition, you will support the Laboratory Manager with the following organizational and technical responsibilities:
- Maintenance of all our -80°C freezers
- Regular inventory of the content of our -80°C freezers and the -20°C cold room using excel lists
- Organization and optimization of cold room storage space
- Parcel distribution (on Fridays)
Requirements
For this position, we are looking for a motivated individual bringing along:
- Min 1 years practical laboratory experience
- Practical lab experience
- Careful and accurate working style, quality awareness
- Sound oral and written German and English
- MS-Office computer skills (Windows, Office, in particular Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams).
- Flexible and independent working attitude
- Well-developed communication, team and organizational skills
This position summary is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Partnership and collaboration are at the core of our company, our research activities and our product candidates. Molecular Partners offers an international working environment and the opportunity to collaborate with outstanding individuals from numerous disciplines, who contribute to our shared goals of scientific excellence, respectful teamwork and personal aspiration. We foster true innovation and creative thinking to advance our therapeutic product candidates and continue to be inspired by the difference we can make for our patients. At Molecular Partners you will discover a challenging job, inspiring colleagues and a true purpose. If you are interested in working at Molecular Partners, we are looking forward to hearing from you! Please submit your detailed curriculum vitae via our career portal.
We only accept online applications.