Research Histopathology Technologist

For a leading pharmaceutical company, we are looking for a qualified

Research Histopathology Technologist (m/w/d)

General Information:

• Location: Basel
• Workload: 100%
• Start: 01.11.2026
• Duration: 9 months
• Home Office: Fully on site

Your Responsibilities:

• Execute end-to-end histopathology workflows, including tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and digital pathology techniques such as whole-slide scanning.
• Perform advanced staining procedures, including Immunohistochemistry (IHC), In Situ Hybridization (ISH), and Immunofluorescence (IF), to support tissue-based research and assay development.
• Ensure high-quality data generation through rigorous quality control, assay documentation, and adherence to laboratory standards.
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of histology laboratory equipment to ensure reliable laboratory operations.
• Train and support laboratory users in histology workflows and equipment operation within the platform's open-access laboratory environment.
• Collaborate with scientists across therapeutic areas to optimize and implement tissue-based assays supporting early drug discovery projects.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Histopathology Platform by staying current with emerging technologies, scientific literature, and innovative approaches in histopathology and digital pathology.

Your Profile:

• University degree in Life Sciences or qualification as a Laboratory Technologist with at least 3years of hands-on histology laboratory experience.
• Strong expertise in the histological preparation of mammalian tissues, including fixation, processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and advanced techniques such as IHC, ISH, and IF.
• Extensive hands-on experience with histology laboratory equipment, including operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, quality control, and assay documentation.
• Proven ability to handle delicate biological samples, such as cryopreserved tissues and organoids, with exceptional manual dexterity, precision, and attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and troubleshooting skills combined with a customer-focused mindset and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced research environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken, and a proactive attitude towards continuous learning and the adoption of new technologies and approaches in histopathology.

Interested? Then apply today. We look forward to hearing from you!

Please note: Only CVs in English can be accepted and submitted for this role.