The ITMP is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Scientific Associate (Wissenschaftliche:r Mitarbeiter:in) to actively support tissue-based research approaches working with advanced tissue imaging technologies, with a particular emphasis on multiplex imaging using cutting-edge platforms such as MACSima, while providing guidance in image and data analysis, including interpretation and visualization of high-dimensional imaging datasets in collaboration with data scientists and bioinformaticians. Furthermore, you should collaborate closely with internal and external researchers to support project planning. At last, there is opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities as Deputy Head of the Translational Research Unit (TRU), based on performance and interest.

A PhD or Master's degree in Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, or a related field is mandatory. The candidate should have experience with multiplex tissue imaging technologies, and a strong background in tissue processing and immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence. Familiarity with digital pathology and image analysis software's is a big advantage. The candidate should be a team player, act responsibly, work independently, and with her/his own initiative to develop new techniques and projects. The candidate should be flexible, enjoy the work and value the interactions in a diverse, young and dynamic team. The candidate should en-joy new things, building internal structures and is willing to take on leadership responsibilities. Good knowledge of English is required.

Please send your application by e-mail to: bewerbung.igmp@unibe.ch. Applications should include a short letter of interest, curriculum vitae with description of your professional experience, a list of 2 references and copies of the certificates of academic qualifications.

For more information, please contact Dr. med. Theoni Maragkou (Phone +41 31 684 11 32, e-mail theoni.maragkou@unibe.ch).

University of Bern, Institute of Tissue Medicine and Pathology, Human Resources, Murtenstrasse 31, 3008 Bern, www.igmp.unibe.ch.