Laboratory Technician or Research Assistant
Position
VFI wishes to recruit a skilled Laboratory Technician orResearch Assistant to strengthen our analytical activities and contribute to research and development on emulsion and liposome-based adjuvants at our laboratories in Switzerland.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform quantitative analysis of adjuvant components using HPLC/UPLC systems with UV, ELSD, CAD, and MS detection methods - Assist in the research and development of vaccine adjuvant technologies, including small-scale manufacturing and quality control (QC) analysis - Troubleshoot and manage the maintenance of liquid chromatography laboratory instruments - Develop and optimize experimental protocols using bibliographic research as needed - Record, analyze, and interpret experimental data, including report writing and presenting findings - Ensure cleanliness and order in the laboratory to promote a safe and organized working environment
Qualifications and Requirements
- Laboratory technician CFC with experience in biotechnology, HES engineer, University Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with laboratory experience, or equivalent - Significant experience in LC-MS with emphasis on practical use, troubleshooting and maintenance - Previous experience with i/ analytical chemistry: including but not limited to sample preparation, HPLC with UV, ELSD, CAD detectors, and OpenLab software or similar, ii/ physicochemical analysis: including but not limited to dynamic light scattering, electrophoretic light scattering, light diffraction, pH measurements, osmometry - Excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to work within a multidisciplinary environment - Excellent organization skills, autonomy, and self-motivation - Excellent standard of both written and spoken English
Working conditions
- Place of work will be onsite either in VFI’s facilities in Plan-Les-Ouates (Geneva) or in Epalinges (Lausanne), Switzerland, with regular travels between both facilities. - Full-time and part-time employment will be considered
How to apply
Kindly submit in English your resume, along with a cover letter detailing your motivation, qualifications, and suitability for the position. The deadline for applications is 31 October 2026.
- Vaccine Formulation Institute SA Rue du Champ-Blanchod 4 1228 Plan-les-Ouates
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Kontaktdaten:
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