Lab and research administrator

Zenith Therapeutics is redefining drug discovery through a new approach to protein degradation. Zenith has discovered key ligases governing the turnover of hard-to-drug transcription factors, and we turn these pairs into druggable protein-protein interfaces. Zenith is poised to advancing highly impactful precision medicines across multiple disease areas, with an initial focus on oncology and immune modulation.

Headquartered in Basel, Zenith was created by Ridgeline Discovery, a Versant Ventures Discovery Engine, and is backed by leading investors in the biotech sector.

We are seeking a highly motivated Lab and research administrator to join our growing drug discovery team at Zenith. This role will allow you to define and implement efficient processes for all our lab-based work and to support our staff in organizational work. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, be highly proactive and possess a good understanding of scientific research and drug discovery. Due to the nature of this role, employees are required to work on-site.

• Optimizing lab operations, including procurement, inventory management, and equipment maintenance.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines, coordinating lab space organization and facilities management.
• Supporting the Zenith team in the coordination of research projects and management of resources.
• Managing research budgets, tracking expenditures, and handling vendor contracts.
• Assisting with the generation of slide decks and other meeting materials.
• Overseeing purchasing and procurement of lab supplies and reagents, ensuring cost efficiency.
• Handling materials transfer agreements (MTAs), contracts, and intellectual property (IP) documentation.
• Supporting scientific teams by organizing meetings, documentation, and organizing travel.
• Coordinating onboarding and training for new lab personnel on policies, safety, and best practices.
• Assisting with data management, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• You have a degree in a life science discipline and have worked in the Life Sciences industry before. Additional Business Administration education is a plus.
• You have a good understanding of the drug discovery process (3-5 years of experience, having worked in the biopharmaceutical industry is a plus).
• You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to foster productive work relationships, both internally and externally.
• Fluent English is essential for this role. German proficiency is an advantage, especially for communication with local suppliers.
• You have exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, and you have a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to prioritize, to work independently and collaboratively, and to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Adept at analyzing situations and implementing effective solutions, as well as at adapting to changing priorities.
• Strong skills using Microsoft 365 package, budget planning tools, Adobe Acrobat and other relevant IT software.

WHAT WE CURRENTLY OFFER

• People: We are an international and diverse team with talented and passionate people.
• Creativity: We offer an innovative and creative environment.
• Development: We support the individual development of our employees.
• Fun: From time-to-time we organise cool off-site summer and winter team events.
• Offices: Our well-equipped laboratories and offices are located at the Tech Park, a premier address for early-stage start-ups in Basel.
• Commuter Benefits: We support our employees tailored to their personal needs in commuting to work and offer parking facilities or a commuter contribution.
• Flexible Working: We support flexible working as appropriate.
• Christmas Closure: In addition to the 24 holidays per year, our offices/labs are closed between Christmas and New Year.
• Birthday Retreat: On top of that, your birthday is your personal holiday - our employees enjoy their birthday with a day off.
• Food: We like get-togethers during lunch time. Enjoy tasty, subsidised meals from our FELFEL food fridge.
• Coffee: Meet up with your colleagues and grab free coffee.

To apply, please submit your completed application form along with your CV, cover letter, and reference letters (Arbeitszeugnisse).