Lab Manager & Robotics Tech Support — Part-Time in Zurich

Immigration Policy Lab

Zürich

On-site

CHF 41,000 - 62,000

Part time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Professional development opportunities

Public transport passes & car sharing

Childcare support

Job summary

ETH Zurich invites applications for a part-time Lab Manager and coordinating technician to oversee basic lab operations, safety, and student support in a dynamic research environment. The role includes maintaining equipment, training students, and ensuring a safe, organized workspace around a UR5e robot and 3D printing infrastructure.

The position offers flexible hours (20–40%), with potential growth into hands-on engineering tasks and project support for ETH Zurich's IDEAL Lab and teaching

Qualifications

Practical background in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, robotics or related field.
Experience with lab safety, equipment handling, and student supervision.
Hands-on experience with robotic systems and rapid prototyping.

Responsibilities

Maintain safe and operational lab environments and manage inventory.
Coordinate with students and staff on equipment use and safety trainings.
Support engineering and student projects with hands-on guidance.
Assist external partners and visitors with demos and demonstrations.

Skills

Lab safety

3D printing

Robotics

Mentoring students

Hands-on engineering

Education

FH/BSc/MSc in mechanical engineering or mechatronics or robotics

Tools

UR5e robot

3D printers

Electronics and sensors

Job description

The position offers flexible hours (20–40%), with potential growth into hands-on engineering tasks and project support for ETH Zurich's IDEAL Lab and teaching

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