Scientific Collaborator in the Dermatology and Venereology Department - 90%

09 April 2026
90%
Permanent position
Genève

Job summary

Join the prestigious Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève, a leading institution with over 13,000 employees. This role offers a dynamic work environment and valuable benefits.

Tasks

Lead cutting-edge research on TrophiPatch cell therapy.
Ensure compliance and quality in cell production processes.
Coordinate validation efforts and optimize production methods.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field with 5+ years of research experience.
Strong organizational skills with a focus on precision.
Fluency in French and good English proficiency.

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Company Description

With more than 13,000 collaborators representing 160 professions, the University Hospitals of Geneva are a nationally and internationally recognized institution. To learn more about our institution, take a few minutes to view our 2025 retrospective by clicking here .

Attached to the Department of Medicine , the dermatology and venereology service provides diagnostic and therapeutic care for patients with diseases of the skin, mucous membranes, and appendages, including sexually transmitted diseases, taking into account the services provided by other HUG departments.

Job Description

As part of the RESCUE PATCH clinical study, evaluating an innovative cell therapy treatment developed within the institution: TrophiPatch, you will participate as an expert in cell production work, as well as research, on a treatment intended for severe wounds. This cell therapy, developed from human stromal cells, produces a complex set of biological factors necessary for healing, particularly revascularization.

In collaboration with the research assistant, you will ensure the planning, supervision, and regulatory compliance of the production of the cell therapy product (TrophiPatch) in a GMP (Good Medical Practice) certified environment.

You coordinate validation and research work related to the production of TrophiPatch.

You participate in the development and optimization of production processes.

Qualifications

You hold a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field or biology.

You have at least 5 years of research experience.

Experience in cell therapy or treatment is an asset, as is knowledge of the associated specific regulations.

While having a good sense of organization and priorities, you are autonomous, rigorous, and precise in the tasks assigned to you.

Finally, you demonstrate a strong sense of confidentiality.

You have a perfect command of French, both spoken and written, and a good knowledge of English.

Additional Information

You will work day, night, and weekend shifts according to the needs of the service.

Start date: 01.07.2026
Number of positions: 1
Activity rate: 90%
Function class: 17
Contract: Fixed-term until March 31, 2027 (private law contract)
Application deadline: 23.04.2026
Contact for information: Prof. W.-H. Boehncke, Chief Medical Officer, wolf-henning.boehncke@hug.ch

Your application file must include a motivation letter, your curriculum vitae, copies of diplomas and certificates required for the position, and the last 2 work certificates.

This announcement is addressed equally to women and men.

Wishing to engage in the fight against unemployment, the HUG encourages applications coming from the Cantonal Employment Office.

Only applications submitted via the recruitment platform will be considered. Paper and email applications will not be processed.