Laboratory Technician

Nestlé SA; Lausanne; On-site; CHF 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays beyond legalRequirements

Learning and development opportunities

Performance based bonus

Healthcare contribution

Pension plan contribution

Parental leave and family support

Employee discounts

Job summary

Nestlé Research in Lausanne seeks a Technician for the In Vitro Digestion Platform to plan, execute, and follow up laboratory experiments that advance research projects. You will generate high-quality, traceable data and collaborate with technicians, assistants, scientists, and project leaders to turn ideas into sustainable solutions for people, pets, and the planet.

Success hinges on hands-on biology lab skills, strict data integrity, and clear communication of results.

Qualifications

• Hands-on biology lab skills with rigorous experimental procedures.
• Adherence to data integrity, traceability and lab safety standards.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and presentation tools for data management.
• Ability to collaborate across diverse teams and troubleshoot.
• Fluent English communication.

Responsibilities

• Executing in vitro digestion experiments that generate reliable evidence for research projects.
• Preparing reagents and samples with accuracy to support high-quality results.
• Analyzing data and communicating clear findings to help project teams make decisions.
• Ensuring sample and data traceability while maintaining safe, compliant lab practices.
• Improving laboratory methods by identifying opportunities and implementing practical solutions.
• Building scientific knowledge and external connections to strengthen future capabilities.

Skills

Biology lab skills

Data analysis

Data integrity

Team collaboration

English communication

Job description

Shape the future through scientific breakthroughs and innovation

As a Technician for In Vitro Digestion Platform at Nestlé Research, your mission is to plan, execute, and follow up laboratory experiments that advance research projects through high-quality, traceable data. You’ll make a difference by collaborating closely with technicians, research assistants, scientists, project leaders, and external research partners. This is your opportunity to turn ideas into sustainable and innovative solutions for people, pets, and the planet.

How you’ll make an impact as a Technician for In Vitro Digestion Platform

• Executing in vitro digestion experiments that generate reliable evidence for research projects.
• Preparing reagents and samples with accuracy to support consistent, high-quality results.
• Analyzing data and communicating clear findings that help project teams make informed decisions.
• Ensuring sample and data traceability while maintaining safe, compliant laboratory practices.
• Improving laboratory methods by identifying opportunities, troubleshooting issues, and implementing practical solutions.
• Building scientific knowledge and external connections to strengthen the platform’s future capabilities.

What will make you successful

• Bringing hands-on laboratory skills in biology and a rigorous approach to experimental procedures.
• Applying quality standards to sample handling, data integrity, traceability, and laboratory safety.
• Using spreadsheet and presentation tools to manage data and communicate scientific results clearly.
• Collaborating across diverse teams, learning new techniques quickly, and contributing to effective troubleshooting.
• Communicating fluently in English.
• Bringing collaboration, fresh thinking, bold questions, respect, and a positive, wellbeing-oriented mindset, to create shared value.

At Nestlé Research, we place people at the core of everything we do

Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:

• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• Performance based bonus
• Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Strong employer contribution to your pension plan
• Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions
• Attractive employee discounts across various products and services

What to expect from our hiring process

We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

The hiring process typically includes an interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. Depending on the role, a video assessment may be included. We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.

Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.

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