Laboratory Technician – Molecular Biology/Cell Biology (m/f/d)

NAGASE (EUROPA) GmbH; Lyon; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative working environment

Opportunities for skill development

Exciting projects in cosmetics

Job summary

A global cosmetics company in Lyon seeks a Laboratory Technician to conduct research and development trials in molecular and cell biology. You will work in a collaborative environment, analyzing data and improving procedures in a dynamic team. The role requires expertise in cell biology and at least one year of practice. A friendly working atmosphere and opportunities for skill development are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in cell biology: sterile techniques (hood), basic cell culture knowledge.
• At least 1 year of professional experience (junior profile accepted).
• Strong interest in cosmetics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory trials for R&D projects.
• Perform laboratory trials for application projects.
• Draft and review protocols and reports.

Skills

Cell biology techniques

Histology/immunohistochemistry knowledge

Protein extraction

RNA extraction

Excel proficiency

Job description

Overview

Laboratory Technician – Molecular Biology/Cell Biology (m/f/d) – Nagase (EUROPA) GmbH. Join to apply for the Laboratory Technician role at Nagase. Health and Personal Care is a global business area; the Life Science Laboratory in Lyon focuses on research and development in cosmetic raw materials, applying cell culture technology to determine the efficacy of active product ingredients and supporting formulation research on functional ingredients. We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to join a small, friendly, and effective team toward a sustainable future.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory trials for R&D projects (development and validation of methods and models according to experimental design).
• Perform laboratory trials for application projects (formulation and efficacy tests of raw materials).
• Apply and continuously improve established procedures, work instructions, and best practices.
• Collect and analyze data from laboratory trials.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and facilities.
• Manage stock: reception, registration of materials, inventory checks.
• Draft and review protocols and reports.

Qualifications

• Experience in cell biology: sterile techniques (hood), basic cell culture knowledge.
• Knowledge of histology/immunohistochemistry.
• Expertise in molecular biology:
• Protein extraction from cells/tissues & Western Blot (and Dot Blot).
• RNA extraction from cells/tissues & RT-qPCR.
• Advantageous: experience in one of the following fields: Molecular biology; Histology / immunohistochemistry; 3D skin models.

General Skills

• Strong interest in cosmetics.
• Ability to write protocols and analyze results (Excel).
• Proficiency in English (oral communication, reading, and writing of protocols/procedures).
• At least 1 year of professional experience (junior profile accepted).

Why us?

At Nagase, you will become part of a small, dynamic, and international team where your ideas matter. In our Life Science Laboratory in Lyon, we combine scientific expertise with creativity to shape the future of sustainable cosmetics.

What we offer

• A friendly and collaborative working environment.
• Exciting projects at the interface of science and cosmetics.
• Opportunities to develop your skills in molecular biology, cell culture, and formulation.
• The support of a global company with the flexibility and spirit of a small team.
• Fixed-term contract for 1 year, with the possibility of extension.

About Us

Nagase (Europa) GmbH is a trading subsidiary of the Japanese Nagase & Co. LTD based in Düsseldorf. Our focus lies on special and fine chemicals, plastics, pharmaceuticals, enzymes and products for electrical and semiconductor industries. From our European headquarters in Düsseldorf and offices in London, Budapest and Lyon, we offer customers specific solutions, products and services of the highest possible quality.