Laborant (m/f/d)

We are looking for a motivated and committed Laborant for our client, F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd. based in Basel, for a 12 month assignment with option for extension.

In Roche's Pharmaceutical Research and Early Development organization (pRED), we make transformative medicines for patients to tackle some of the world's toughest unmet healthcare needs. At pRED, we are united by our mission to transform science into medicine. Together, we create a culture defined by curiosity, responsibility and humility, where our talented people are empowered and inspired to bring forward extraordinary life-changing innovation at speed.
This position is located in In Vivo Sciences, a Chapter within Pharmaceutical Sciences (PS), where the Housing and Care of Laboratory Animals and state-of-the-art animal experiments in Pharmacokinetic and Toxicology are a primary focus. In Vivo Sciences is responsible for conducting animal studies for Pharmaceutical Sciences and thus enables frequent submission to authorities for approval of the first dose in humans.

Tasks

• Conducting studies for mice, rats and rabbits in the area of toxicology and pharmacokinetic: administer test items by various routes (IP, IV, PO, SC), observation and scoring of clinical signs, taking blood and basic necropsy skills
• Optional: Conduct or assist during surgical procedures including anesthesia and provide pre- and postoperative care
• Collect, document, review and verify data on forms or in electronic data capture systems
• Participate as a team member in study activities at the weekend on a rotational basis

Must Haves

• Biology or animal technician, comparable training or relevant experience in laboratory work with rodents
• At least 2 years of technical experience as detailed in the essential Tasks & Responsibilities
• Training in animal handling according to Swiss legislation in Animal Welfare (LTK1) or FELASA
• Fluent in English; German is a Plus

Are you interested? Don't hesitate and send us your complete application documents online today.

We will also process applications by post, but will not return them for administrative reasons. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Kontakt
Alessandro Forcina

Arbeitsort
Basel

Pensum
100%

Position
Mitarbeiter

Branche
Pharma + Chemie + Life Science