Laboratory Technician

Nestlé; Vaud; In loco; CHF 110.000 - 140.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Paid holidays

Learning and development

Performance-based bonus

Healthcare contribution

Pension plan

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

Nestlé Research in Lausanne, Switzerland, is seeking a Technician for the In Vitro Digestion Platform. The role involves planning, executing, and following up on laboratory experiments to advance research with high-quality, traceable data.

You will collaborate with technicians, scientists, and external partners to turn ideas into sustainable solutions for people, pets, and the planet. You will work on in vitro digestion experiments, prepare reagents, analyze data, ensure traceability, and

Competenze

• Hands-on biology lab skills and rigorous experimental procedures.
• Quality standards: sample handling, data integrity, traceability, and lab safety.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet and presentation tools to manage data and communicate results.
• Collaborate across diverse teams, learn quickly, and troubleshoot effectively.
• Fluent English communication.

Mansioni

• Execute in vitro digestion experiments generating reliable evidence for projects.
• Prepare reagents and samples with accuracy for high-quality results.
• Analyze data and communicate clear findings to help project teams decide.
• Ensure sample and data traceability while maintaining safety and compliance.
• Improve lab methods by identifying opportunities and implementing solutions.
• Build scientific knowledge and external connections to strengthen capabilities.

Conoscenze

Laboratory skills

Data management

Communication in English

Team collaboration

Strumenti

Spreadsheet

Presentation tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Location: Lausanne, Switzerland

Work model: On site / Full time

Contract type / duration: Permanent

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.

What 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.