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Job Description

The individual will work both independently and collaboratively at the Wyss Center to design and conduct preclinical studies involving wearable and implantable neuro-sensing and neuromodulation devices that collect and transmit real-time neural signals in a wide range of human applications. 

In his/her position, the Preclinical Research Associate will:

• Design and conduct preclinical studies (on the bench and in vivo) that involve advanced wearable and implantable technologies being developed at the Wyss Center 


• Perform routine preclinical procedures and measurements, and record/document research data in compliance with study protocols


• Develop experimental methods and study protocols in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and practices


• Perform preclinical study preparation activities including experimental room set-up and calibration of equipment


• Use and improve automated data analysis tools for data inspection, post-processing and modeling 


• Communicate methods and results within the Wyss Center and to project collaborators


• Be an active member of the Wyss Center’s technical team and collaborate closely with its scientists, engineers, product managers, as well as academic and clinical collaborators


• Help drive a positive, collaborative and translation-focused culture at the Wyss Center

The ideal candidate should be flexible and open to working with a variety of preclinical models, eager to apply his/her skills to solve problems and ready to accept challenges.

Required profile

• MSc in Neuroscience or in Biology or a related discipline such as behavioral neuroscience


• At least 5 years (BS) or 3 year (MS) of work experience in an industrial or academic setting 


• Strong experience with preclinical study design and execution preferably with emphasis on large models


• Laboratory training (LTK Module 1, 20 or similar course) would be a big plus 


• Solid background in data acquisition devices used in electrophysiology


• Willingness to frequently travel within Switzerland or abroad


• Experience with data analysis methods, including close familiarity with a programming language such as Python and MATLAB.


• Experience in scientific reporting (writing research articles, R&D reports etc)


• Interest in following scientific trends and innovation, scientific literature, and applying critical assessment towards proposing and developing recommendations for experimental design based on evidence


• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and coordinate the activities of a multidisciplinary team 


• Aptitude for innovation, willingness and ability to drive change, passion for quality and continuous improvement 


• Results oriented, with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive


• Excellent communication and presentation skills


• Fluent in English; proficiency in French a plus

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter describing your qualifications, background and interest in this position to HR@wysscenter.ch. Applications received by 23rd October 2020 will receive full consideration.