Internship (9-12 months) Regulation of nutrient uptake in human enterocytes

Location: Basel, Basel-city, Switzerland

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The Position

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The Position

The Organoid Gene Editing Group led at the Institute of Human Biology (IHB) at Roche in Basel, Switzerland is hosting an internship position for a researcher to develop screens focused on dissecting mechanisms of intestinal nutrient uptake in human enterocytes. Your research will involve cutting-edge 3D organoid models and engineered systems thereof that allow tracking of nutrient shuttling and factors that impact this complex process. This study may yield new insights that can be exploited for the treatment of metabolic disease. We are seeking an exceptional and motivated student to contribute to this project. If you are passionate about pioneering research and driven to make a meaningful impact in the field of metabolic studies, use cutting-edge technologies involving organoid models, we invite you to apply to this position.

Your Profile

You are currently enrolled in a university M.Sc. program in relevant subjects such as molecular biology, biotechnology, bioengineering, chemical biology, or related fields, or you have completed your degree in the respective subjects within the past 12 months.

• You have experience in primary cell culture. Prior experience with the culture of complex human model systems such as organoids is highly desirable.
• Prior experience with CRISPR-based genetic engineering / screening, flow cytometry, imaging, ELISAs and/or single cell genomic workflows is desirable.
• You are interested in working with advanced cell culture models and molecular technologies to dissect the metabolic function of the intestinal tract
• You are fluent in English and highly curious about science and are able to derive novel approaches and ideas from published literature.
• You want to work in a highly collaborative environment where scientific exchange is highly valued
• You are able to plan and perform experiments independently including their thorough interpretation and efficient documentation

Your impact

• Develop intestinal epithelial models in which nutrient uptake can be tracked, in close collaboration with other teams at the IHB
• Execute phenotypic and genetic screens to dissect physiological regulators of nutrient uptake
• Interpret experimental data and report these in presentations and a written report to colleagues

Your application

Your complete application should include the following documents:

• A current CV and a Motivation Letter
• A certificate of enrollment (if you are currently studying)
• For Non-EU/EFTA citizens: Due to regulations, you must provide a letter from your university stating that an internship is mandatory for your studies and specifying the required length of the internship. Please upload this letter, along with your enrollment certificate, CV, and motivation letter.

Employment: 100%

Start date: As soon as possible; flexible

Duration: 9-12 months

Location: Basel, Switzerland

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