Research Scientist – Microbiology

Are you passionate about microbiology, molecular biology and laboratory research? Would you like to contribute to innovative biological solutions supporting sustainable agriculture? We are currently looking for a **Research Scientist – Microbiology** to join an international research environment in the Basel area. In this role, you will support microbial research activities and play a key role in maintaining and expanding microbial strain collections while contributing to a variety of laboratory and molecular biology projects. **Your Responsibilities** * Maintain, curate and expand collections of bacterial and fungal strains * Culture, preserve and characterize microorganisms under various experimental conditions * Perform routine molecular biology techniques including DNA extraction, PCR and gel electrophoresis * Plan, execute and document laboratory experiments independently * Ensure proper maintenance of laboratory equipment and infrastructure * Manage laboratory consumables, inventory and documentation * Work within BSL-1 and BSL-2 laboratory environments while following established biosafety procedures **Your Profile** * Degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or a related Life Sciences discipline * Practical experience culturing and handling bacteria and/or fungi * Hands-on experience with microbiology laboratory techniques and aseptic work * Good knowledge of molecular biology methods, including DNA preparation and PCR workflows * Experience working in biological safety cabinets and containment laboratory environments * Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple laboratory activities independently * Experience with electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN) is considered an advantage **What We Offer** * Opportunity to work in an innovative international research environment * Exposure to cutting-edge biological and microbiological research activities * Dynamic and collaborative laboratory setting * Immediate start on a 12-month assignment * Basel area location with access to one of Europe's leading Life Sciences hubs If you are looking for a hands-on microbiology role within an exciting research environment and are available to start quickly, we would be delighted to hear from you. For more information, please feel free to contact Morgane Cayuela at morgane.cayuela@axepta.com