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Start Date

01.09.2026 or by arrangement

Employment Relationship

1 year w. possibility of prolongation

Institution / Workplace

Experimental Animal Center

Who we are

The Clean Mouse Facility (CMF) is a core service of the Experimental Animal Center (EAC) at the University of Bern. We provide the highest standards of husbandry for axenic and gnotobiotic mice in support of cutting-edge biomedical research. Our work is guided by the 3Rs (Reduce, Refine, Replace), a strong Culture of Care, and strict compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Daily animal husbandry tasks for mice housed in isolator and isocage systems (ABSL1 and ABSL2)
• Regular health monitoring and assessment of animals in accordance with applicable guidelines
• Breeding, mating, and monitoring of assigned mouse lines
• Supply of isolators with sterile materials, including sterile imports and transfers
• Professional and sterile export of animals from isolators for scientific use
• Documentation and data recording related to animal husbandry, hygiene, and equipment
• Support in embryo transfer procedures
• Sample collection in accordance with applicable guidelines (e.g. microbiological monitoring and genetic analyses)
• Cleaning, disinfection, and reprocessing of cages, bottles, connectors, operating materials, laboratory glassware, and equipment to maintain hygienic standards
• Collaboration and communication with researchers

Your Profile

• Completed vocational training as a Certified Animal Caretaker EFZ (specialization in laboratory animals) or an equivalent qualification
• Practical experience in the care and handling of laboratory animals
• Experience in axenic and/or gnotobiotic animal husbandry is an advantage but not required; thorough training will be provided
• Careful, structured, and reliable working style, including routine tasks
• High sense of responsibility and enjoyment of precise work under strict hygiene and safety requirements
• Team-oriented, proactive, and resilient
• Willingness to work in an ABSL-2 environment
• A good command of German is essential.

Your Benefits

Planned weekend duty with appropriate time compensation in accordance with cantonal regulations

Collaborative environment and ambitious team

Meaningful work and fair compensation

University sports

Working at the University of Bern

The University of Bern not only offers exciting tasks but also an environment that actively promotes development, diversity, and equal opportunities. Discover what makes us stand out as an employer and how you can grow with us.

Application and Contact

Please submit your full application (motivation letter, CV, certificates, references) by August 16th 2026 to admin.eac@unibe.ch

Questions about the position?

Karin Stettler karin.stettler@unibe.ch

Questions about the application?

admin.eac@unibe.ch