Research Histopathology Technologist (m/w/d)

• Start date: November-December 2026
• Duration: 9 months
• Extension: rather unlikely (maternity cover)
• Contract type: temporary contract via Randstad (employment)
• Work Location: Basel
• Workload: 100%
• Home Office: not possible
• Working Hours: standard

Tasks & Responsibilities:
 

• Execute end-to-end workflows for tissue specimens, including processing, embedding, sectioning, staining (including immunohistochemistry (IHC), in situ hybridization (ISH) and immunofluorescence (IF)) and digital pathology techniques such as whole slide scanning;
• Perform quality control, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting across a range of histology lab instruments to ensure high-quality data production;
• Provide training and support in the use of histology equipment, and collaborate with laboratory scientists to optimize tissue-based assays in early drug discovery research projects; 
• You embrace a continuous learning mindset by actively engaging with the scientific literature to stay up to date on new technologies/approaches used in the histopathology space.

• University degree in the life sciences or a Laboratory Technologist certification with at least 3 years of histology laboratory experience;
• Exceptional skills in the histological preparation of mammalian tissues, including hands-on experience in fixation, embedding, sectioning, and staining techniques, along with an in-depth knowledge of the operation and maintenance of histological laboratory equipment, and a solid understanding of regulations for assay documentation to ensure high-quality data generation;
• You are a skilled experimentalist with a keen attention to detail along with robust manual dexterity and precision handling of delicate samples, such as cryopreserved nervous-system tissues, to ensure accurate and reproducible tissue preparation (e.g. cryosectioning, sectioning of in vitro samples such as organoids;
• Customer-focused with a drive for growth and a questioning mindset. Skilled in creative problem-solving, organization, and implementing innovative ideas efficiently in a fast-paced research context;
• Excellent communicators with a high fluency in English, a desire to continuously build a personal network and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, inclusive environment which gives you full accountability for your own contributions and development.

Sounds interesting? Apply now – we’re looking forward to receiving your applications!