Proteomics Laboratory Assistant

Proteomics Laboratory Assistant

The Functional Genomics Center Zurich (FGCZ) is a joint state‑of‑the‑art research and training facility of the ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich. With the latest technologies and key expertise for omics research, the FGCZ provides research services and project support to the Zurich life science research community.

The FGCZ Proteomics Unit supports internal and external research groups by offering services, training, and instrument access. The analytical portfolio includes identifying, characterizing and quantifying proteins in body fluids, tissues and cells. Together with the Bioinformatics team, the Proteomics Unit covers all steps from initial consultation, experimental design, sample preparation, liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC‑MS) data acquisition, data processing and data analysis.

The group is supported by IT and bioinformatics experts and by the Metabolomics and Genomics Units of the FGCZ to support multi‑omics approaches.

• You will be part of an international team of specialists working in the FGCZ proteomics core facility.
• You will primarily support the team during the sample preparation and data acquisition for a variety of mass spectrometry‑based proteomics workflows aimed at the identification, characterization and quantification of peptides and proteins using LC‑MS from various biological sources.
• Example responsibilities include routine sample preparation methods such as in‑gel, on‑beads and in‑solution digestion, peptide desalting, evaluating and interpreting quality control features during and after data acquisition and basic data analysis workflows.
• Additionally, you will be responsible for the maintenance of different LC‑MS instrument platforms and for supporting practical organizational aspects of the proteomics laboratories. This position is initially foreseen as a two‑year contract.

• Completed professional training as a chemistry or biology laboratory technician or, alternatively, a bachelor in analytical chemistry, biology, or a closely related field.
• Wet‑lab experience in biochemistry and/or analytical chemistry.
• Hands‑on experience with LC‑MS and/or other protein analysis techniques is an asset.
• Organizational skills, with flexibility to adapt to a wide range of analytical protocols in a highly dynamic environment. Attention to detail and adherence to SOPs.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written and oral communication skills in English are a must, knowledge of German is helpful.
• Team player, ambitious, and motivated to learn and make a difference through proteomics and protein analysis.

• Your job with impact:
  Become part of ETH Zurich, which supports your professional development and contributes to positive change in society.
• You can expect numerous benefits such as public transport season tickets, car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by ASVZ, childcare, and attractive pension benefits.

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting‑edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.