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Research Administrative Assistant

Basel, Basel-City, Switzerland · On-site

Mid level

<p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p> <p>We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to provide dedicated administrative and operational support. </p> <p>This position s…

Skills: Calendar Management, Travel Coordination, Expense Management, Office Management, Microsoft Office Suite

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Research Administrative Assistant

Botnar Institute of Immune Engineering – BIIE

Basel, Basel-City, Switzerland • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • professional certificate, bachelor degree
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package, Flexible working arrangement, Collaborative international team environment, Potential for long-term engagement
  • Posted 9d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Provide high-level administrative and operational support to the Director of Research Operations and the Project Director of the ImmunoGlobe Initiative. Responsibilities include managing complex calendars, coordinating international travel, and overseeing office and facility operations.

Requirements

Requires a commercial apprenticeship or a business school degree with 2–4 years of professional experience in office management, preferably in a research setting. Fluency in both German and English and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and AI tools are mandatory.

Full job description

Position Overview


We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to provide dedicated administrative and operational support.


This position sits at the operational core of BIIE’s research activities. It supports the Director of Research Operations, the Project Director of the ImmunoGlobe Initiative as well as the wider Scientific Facility. While the role is primarily administrative in nature, the successful candidate will be working at the interface of science and operations. No scientific background is required, but intellectual curiosity and an affinity for working in a research setting are a strong plus.


Tasks


Administrative and Project Support



  • Draft, proofread, and format correspondence, meeting materials, and presentations on behalf of the directors.

  • Maintain organized digital filing systems and shared document repositories for projects across the initiatives.

  • Liaise with internal teams (Finance, HR, Communications) and external partners as instructed.


Calendar and Schedule Management



  • Manage complex, dynamic calendars including scheduling across multiple time zones and with international collaborators.

  • Coordinate internal and external meetings, including preparation and follow-up of agendas and action items.


Travel, Event and Expense Management



  • Arrange domestic and international travel for the directors and members of their research teams, including flights, accommodation, ground transport, and visa requirements.

  • Organize internal seminars/events, from conceptualization to execution.

  • Process and track expense reports and reimbursements in line with institutional policies.


Office and Facility Management



  • Coordinate room bookings across BIIE’s facilities.

  • Support the ordering of office supplies, coffee, and general consumables, working in close coordination with the lab managers and other stakeholders.

  • Collaborate closely with BIIE’s other assistants and the broader admin team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and consistent support across the institute.


Requirements



  • A commercial apprenticeship (kaufmännisches EFZ) or a degree from a business school (HWZ, HF, FH, or equivalent) is required.

  • A minimum of 2–4 years of professional experience in a team assistant, office management, or similar role, ideally in a research environment.

  • Outstanding organizational skills with a structured, methodical approach to managing competing priorities.

  • Fast thinker with the ability to anticipate needs, act on initiative, and make sound judgements under time pressure.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English (mandatory).

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace and basic knowledge in deploying AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude).

  • Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive or confidential information.


Benefits



  • A varied and meaningful role at the operational heart of cutting-edge immune engineering research.

  • A collaborative, international team environment at a growing institute in Basel.

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

  • Flexible working arrangement (80–100%) with an immediate start.

  • Real potential for long-term engagement as BIIE continues to grow.


We look forward to receiving your application.

Related keywords

Research OperationsImmunoGlobe InitiativeAdministrative SupportMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointGoogle WorkspaceChatGPTClaudeImmune EngineeringBaselInternational CollaborationExpense ReportingFacility Management

About Botnar Institute of Immune Engineering – BIIE

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A Swiss research institute of immune engineering with a mission to advance global child and adolescent health.

Industry
Research Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2024
Headquarters
Basel
LinkedIn followers
4,978

The Botnar Institute of Immune Engineering (BIIE) is a non-profit research organisation focused on the advanced study of immunological systems with a mission to develop translational solutions for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. With this focus, the BIIE is committed to advancing global child and adolescent health. Outstanding investigators from around the globe will be recruited to its facility in Basel, Switzerland, to form a new hub of innovation in immune engineering. The Institute's mission is to harness the potential of immune engineering to enhance the lives of children and young people globally, and to deliver on the promise of a healthier future. The BIIE is made possible by the generous endowment of over 1 Billion USD to be provided over 15 years from Fondation Botnar, a Swiss philanthropic foundation working to improve the health and wellbeing of young people around the world.

Offices: Basel, CH

Higher EducationEducationNon Profit
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About Botnar Institute of Immune Engineering – BIIE

LinkedInVisit site

A Swiss research institute of immune engineering with a mission to advance global child and adolescent health.

Industry
Research Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2024
Headquarters
Basel
LinkedIn followers
4,978

The Botnar Institute of Immune Engineering (BIIE) is a non-profit research organisation focused on the advanced study of immunological systems with a mission to develop translational solutions for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. With this focus, the BIIE is committed to advancing global child and adolescent health. Outstanding investigators from around the globe will be recruited to its facility in Basel, Switzerland, to form a new hub of innovation in immune engineering. The Institute's mission is to harness the potential of immune engineering to enhance the lives of children and young people globally, and to deliver on the promise of a healthier future. The BIIE is made possible by the generous endowment of over 1 Billion USD to be provided over 15 years from Fondation Botnar, a Swiss philanthropic foundation working to improve the health and wellbeing of young people around the world.

Offices: Basel, CH

Higher EducationEducationNon Profit
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