Senior Technician

Nestlé S.A.; Lausanne; Hybrid; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Paid holidays

Learning and development

Performance based bonus

Healthcare contribution

Pension plan

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Nestlé Research seeks a Senior Technician in Micronutrients and Phytochemicals Analytics to provide high-quality analytical support for research and operations. You will collaborate with scientists, analysts, and partners to deliver reliable data and insights across projects.

The role covers method development, allergen-related work, and training of colleagues, apprentices, and students in analytical techniques and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in analytical chemistry or related field with strong sample prep experience.
• Experience with allergen analysis and potential direct contact with allergenic materials.
• Knowledge of infrared, Raman, or X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy.
• Experience with trace analysis and liquid chromatography is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reliable analytical data to support research, product quality and operational decisions.
• Develop and apply sample preparation methods for allergens, micronutrients and phytochemicals analysis.
• Operate and maintain advanced analytical equipment to ensure robust, timely results.
• Evaluate analytical outcomes and turn results into clear insights for project teams.
• Provide technical assistance to markets on allergen topics and projects.
• Support projects with technical assistance, sample preparation for trace analysis and data interpretation.
• Share expertise with apprentices and students to build capability across analytical activities.

Skills

Allergen analysis

Sample preparation

Spectroscopic measurements

Liquid chromatography

Trace analysis

Laboratory skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in analytical chemistry

CFC or equivalent qualification

Job description

Shape the future through scientific breakthroughs and innovation.

As a Senior Technician in Micronutrients and Phytochemicals Analytics at Nestlé Research, your mission is to provide high-quality analytical support that helps research and operations teams make confident, science-based decisions. You’ll make a difference by collaborating closely with scientists, analytical experts, technical teams and partners across Nestlé Research. 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 Senior Technician in Micronutrients and Phytochemicals Analytics

• Delivering reliable analytical data that supports research, product quality and operational decisions.


• Developing and applying sample preparation methods within projects, including approaches for allergens, microparticles, micronutrients and phytochemicals analysis as well as spectroscopic measurements.


• Operating and maintaining advanced analytical equipment to ensure robust, timely and high-quality results.


• Evaluating analytical outcomes critically and turning results into clear insights for project teams and stakeholders.


• Contributing to method development and providing technical assistance to markets, including analytical support for allergen-related topics where the role may require handling or being in direct contact with allergenic food materials.


• Supporting project teams with technical assistance, sample preparation for trace analysis and analytical interpretation to ensure robust delivery of project objectives.


• Sharing expertise with colleagues, apprentices and students to build capability across analytical activities.

What will make you successful

• Bringing a Bachelor’s degree, CFC or equivalent qualification in analytical chemistry or a related field, with solid experience in sample preparation gained in industry or academia.


• Applying hands-on knowledge of allergen analysis and being comfortable working in a laboratory environment where allergenic food materials may be handled, prepared or analyzed, with potential direct contact as part of the role. You will also bring knowledge of spectroscopic measurements such as infrared, Raman or X-ray fluorescence, ideally including microparticle analysis. Knowledge in trace analysis and liquid chromatography is a plus.


• Using good laboratory practices, quality and safety standards to deliver accurate, compliant and trusted results.


• Collaborating with curiosity, analytical rigor and a solution-oriented mindset in diverse technical teams.


• Communicating confidently in English and French.


• 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:

• Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office based roles)


• 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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