MissionThe Laboratory of Soft Bioelectronic Interfaces (EPFL) is looking for an animal technician as part of an international project conducted jointly with the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, USA. The project aims to develop and test the effectiveness of a new model of auditory brainstem implant in non-human primates, with the aim of restoring hearing. The candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team and work close with our colleagues at the University of Fribourg, notably on the coordination of experimental protocols, monitoring animal welfare and acquiring behavioural and physiological data.
The position requires excellent mastery of preclinical procedures (ideally in large animal models), as well as a strong commitment to ethical and regulatory standards in animal experimentation. The employees’ main mission will be to care for the animals and participate in scientific decisions related to the animals.
Main ResponsibilitiesPlanning and conducting in vivo experiments according to established protocolsMonitoring animal welfare and implementing good practicesManaging animal training for behavioural tasksActive collaboration with international partners (MEEI)Contribution to continuous improvement pf procedures and methodological innovationPrerequisitesAdvanced diploma, CFC or equivalentLTK or RESAL module 1 certificateExcellent contact with animalsExperience working with laboratory animals (even short)Positive and pro-active attitudeFluency in EnglishRigour, autonomy and team spirit Interested individuals who partially meet these criteria are also invited to apply. This position is based in Fribourg.
We offerA dynamic and multicultural work environment in a multidisciplinary institution of international standingThe opportunity to participate in large-scale, motivating and varied projectsAttractive working conditions InformationsStart Date : as soon as possibleActivity Rate : 60-80%Contract Type: Fixed-term contractDuration: 1 year, renewableReference: 1695Only applications submitted through the online platform are considered. For More Information, Please ContactDr. Wricha Mishra, wricha. mishra@epfl. chProf. Stéphanie Lacour, stephanie. lacour@epfl. ch
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