Technicien·ne

EPFL; Lausanne; Vor Ort; CHF 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Multicultural environment

High-impact projects

Attractive working conditions

Career development

Zusammenfassung

EPFL's AGORA Cancer Research Center in Lausanne seeks a laboratory technician skilled in molecular and cell biology to work with genetically modified mouse models on tumor immunology projects. The role emphasizes proactive organization, troubleshooting, and meticulous record-keeping in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary setting.

The candidate will take ownership of daily experiments, coordinate with a postdoctoral fellow, and contribute to high-impact cancer research initiatives at the AGORA

Qualifikationen

• Diploma from a laboratory technician program or equivalent.
• Accreditation to work with laboratory animals (Module 1).
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Willingness to learn new methods and troubleshoot challenges.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Plan and execute daily experimental work in coordination with the postdoctoral fellow.
• Manage mouse models: health monitoring, injections, in vivo imaging, tissue collection.

Kenntnisse

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Mouse handling

Record keeping

Ausbildung

Laboratory technician diploma

Jobbeschreibung

Mission

The Laboratory of Dr. Douglas Hanahan, at the Swiss Institute for Experimental Cancer Research (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), is seeking a highly motivated laboratory technician with a strong background in molecular and cell biology and experience working with genetically modified mouse models. The laboratory, and therefore the position, is based at the AGORA Cancer Research Center in Lausanne, a multidisciplinary research environment dedicated to advancing cancer research. The successful candidate will work closely with a postdoctoral fellow on projects in tumor immunology spanning cancer vaccines and the fundamental biology of glioblastoma.

Mission

The Laboratory of Dr. Douglas Hanahan, at the Swiss Institute for Experimental Cancer Research (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), is seeking a highly motivated laboratory technician with a strong background in molecular and cell biology and experience working with genetically modified mouse models. The laboratory, and therefore the position, is based at the AGORA Cancer Research Center in Lausanne, a multidisciplinary research environment dedicated to advancing cancer research. The successful candidate will work closely with a postdoctoral fellow on projects in tumor immunology spanning cancer vaccines and the fundamental biology of glioblastoma. We are looking for a proactive, organized, and motivated individual who enjoys working independently while collaborating closely with others. The ideal candidate is comfortable organizing daily experimental work from agreed project priorities, takes initiative in troubleshooting technical challenges, asks questions when needed, communicates openly, and maintains thorough experimental records. This position is well suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work and contributing actively to the progress of a research project.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Plan and execute daily experimental work in coordination with the postdoctoral fellow
• Mouse models: health monitoring, injections, in vivo imaging, assistance with surgeries and tissue collection
• Molecular biology: DNA/RNA isolation, cloning, qPCR, protein isolation, and western blotting
• Cell biology: mammalian cell culture, transfection, proliferation, migration/invasion assays, and flow cytometry
• Histology: cryosectioning, FFPE processing, immunohistochemistry, and fluorescence microscopy
• Contribute to the day-to-day operation of the laboratory as needed

Profile

• Diploma from a laboratory technician program or equivalent qualification
• Accreditation to work with laboratory animals (Module 1)
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and take initiative
• Curious, persistent, and motivated to learn new methods and troubleshoot technical challenges
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills

We offer

• A dynamic and multicultural working environment within an internationally renowned multidisciplinary institution
• The opportunity to contribute to exciting, varied, and high-impact projects
• Attractive working conditions
• Opportunities for continuing professional development

Informations

• Contract Start Date : October 1, 2026
• Activity Rate Min : 80.00
• Activity Rate Max : 100.00
• Contract Type: CDD
• Duration: 12
• Reference: 2408