University internship: Set-up of Userlab sample preparation and analysis
Agroscope
01.03.2026 or to be agreed
temporary
31.12.2026
JRQ$540-17242
Reckenholzstrasse 191, 8046 Zürich
This is how you can contribute
- Assistance in the replacement of the Lisa LIMS database with LIMSophy and migration of data
- Updating the databases with new data and data maintenance
- Assistance with laboratory equipment maintenance, preparation for move from Reckenholz to Posieux
- Assistance with experimental sample preparation
This makes you unique
- University or college degree (Bachelor's or Master's) completed within the last 10 months
- Experience in the field of biology, chemistry, environmental sciences, agronomy, or a related subject
- Team spirit, good communication skills and a passion for agricultural research
- Basic knowledge of a programming language, an appetite for programming and database management and a willingness to deepen your knowledge
- Willingness to travel sporadically
- Knowledge of two official Swiss languages
In a nutshell
We are looking for a motivated and committed individual who will enjoy supporting the migration of data into a new database system and accompanying the moving of equipment and samples to Posieux. Are you keen to acquire new skills in database and sample management, collaborate with different stakeholder groups and get to know different sample-preparation protocols? If so, do get in touch. We offer varied and international surroundings and a good team spirit, as well as practical and innovative research.
Agroscope is closed during the Christmas period – no applications will be processed from 20 December 2025 to 4 January 2026.
01.03.2026 or to be agreed
temporary
31.12.2026
JRQ$540-17242
Reckenholzstrasse 191, 8046 Zürich
Questions about the position
Joëlle Schläpfer Head of the 'Molecular Agroecology and Plant Ecology' Research Group+41 58 46 40977
Send message
Questions about applying
Raphaël Brandt +41 58 46 37782Send message
Questions about the position
Joëlle SchläpferHead of the 'Molecular Agroecology and Plant Ecology' Research Group
+41 58 46 40977
Send messageQuestions about applying
Raphaël Brandt+41 58 46 37782
Send messageIn a nutshell
We are looking for a motivated and committed individual who will enjoy supporting the migration of data into a new database system and accompanying the moving of equipment and samples to Posieux. Are you keen to acquire new skills in database and sample management, collaborate with different stakeholder groups and get to know different sample-preparation protocols? If so, do get in touch. We offer varied and international surroundings and a good team spirit, as well as practical and innovative research.
Agroscope is closed during the Christmas period – no applications will be processed from 20 December 2025 to 4 January 2026.
Good food, healthy environment
Agroscope is the Swiss federal centre of excellence for research in the agriculture and food sector. Its researchers work at a number of sites in Switzerland. Headquartered in Bern-Liebefeld (as of 2026: Posieux), Agroscope is attached to the Swiss Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAER.
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#F7B4B8Working for SwitzerlandWe are committed to the successful Swiss model and work for the public good.
#F7B4B8Working for SwitzerlandWe are committed to the successful Swiss model and work for the public good.
#B8E1D8Embracing diversityThanks to equal opportunities, we draw on our expertise and contribute different perspectives.
#B8E1D8Embracing diversityThanks to equal opportunities, we draw on our expertise and contribute different perspectives.
#FFF0BBStaying healthy at workWe support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health.
#FFF0BBStaying healthy at workWe support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health.
Questions about the position
Joëlle SchläpferHead of the 'Molecular Agroecology and Plant Ecology' Research Group
+41 58 46 40977
Send messageQuestions about applying
Raphaël Brandt+41 58 46 37782
Send messageAdditional information
All living organisms contribute to the functioning and stability of ecosystems thanks to their biological diversity and different functions. Many of their traits are determined in their DNA. The 'Molecular Agroecology and Plant Ecology' Research Group works on and supports scientific research projects concerning genetic and genomic diversity with cutting-edge molecular-biological, bioinformatic and biostatistical approaches. The 'Userlab Sample Preparation and Analysis' Team at our Reckenholz site is currently being created. Protocols, equipment and databases are being updated and consolidated, and transport with the Central Laboratory in Posieux is being established.