Fermentation Research Associate — Shape Impactful Solutions

Nestlé; Lausanne; Vor Ort; CHF 85.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work options

Paid holidays

Learning and development opportunities

Performance-based bonus

Healthcare contribution

Pension plan

Parental leave and family support

Zusammenfassung

Nestlé Research in Lausanne seeks a Research Assistant in Fermentation to design and deliver fermentation experiments advancing applied microbiology research and translating insights across scales.

You will collaborate with scientists, technicians and students to develop fermentation technologies, maintain equipment, and communicate actionable results that inform decisions across research-to-market applications at Nestlé.

Qualifikationen

• Strong applied knowledge of microbiology, biotechnology, and fermentation science.
• Hands-on expertise with lab-scale bioreactor systems and fermentation processes.
• Knowledge of industrial-scale fermentation and downstream processing.
• Collaborating effectively in interdisciplinary teams with proactive, innovative, and clear communication.
• Fluency in English; French is an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Designing and delivering laboratory experiments that advance fermentation research across diverse microorganisms and bioreactor systems.
• Translating scientific insights across fermentation scales to strengthen the path from research to practical application.
• Developing and implementing fermentation technologies that expand research capabilities and improve experimental outcomes.
• Maintaining reliable fermentation equipment and robust laboratory practices to support safe, high-quality research.
• Coaching technicians and students to build capability, encourage knowledge sharing, and strengthen team performance.
• Communicating clear, actionable results that help internal stakeholders make informed research decisions.

Kenntnisse

Applied microbiology

Biotechnology

Fermentation science

Lab-scale bioreactor systems

Interdisciplinary collaboration

English fluency

French language (advantage)

Jobbeschreibung

Nestlé Research in Lausanne seeks a Research Assistant in Fermentation to design and deliver fermentation experiments advancing applied microbiology research and translating insights across scales.

You will collaborate with scientists, technicians and students to develop fermentation technologies, maintain equipment, and communicate actionable results that inform decisions across research-to-market applications at Nestlé.