SCI Microbiology Laboratory Technician - German

SCI Microbiology Laboratory Technician - German

Join our team as an SCI Microbiology Laboratory Technician - German at RM Group (Switzerland). This contract role is based in Stein within the Agricultural and Chemical sector.

Your tasks:

• Safe handling and precise measurement of chemicals, biological inoculum, and seeds.
• Preparation of growth media and plates.
• Seed treatments on a laboratory scale.
• Safe disposal of biological waste following local protocols and autoclaving.
• Preparation and maintenance of experiments with seeds and seedlings, including media preparation, planting, and watering.
• Capturing high-quality photographs, including time-lapse sequences, of experiments.
• Monitoring experiments and recording data.
• Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness in the microbiology laboratory.
• Following all safety procedures in the Seedcare Institute building and Stein research facility.

Your experience/knowledge:

• Practical training or work experience in a scientific laboratory setting.
• Track record of working safely and accurately in a laboratory.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and quick adaptability to new IT tools.
• Good team player with results-oriented attitude.
• Experience with chemicals, biological materials, germination seeds, and plants is advantageous.
• Fluent in spoken and written German; ability to communicate in English (B1 level or equivalent).
• Additional languages such as French are a plus.

Soft skills:

• Excellent comprehension and attention to detail.
• Strong self-organization and time management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Interested candidates are encouraged to send their resume and a daytime phone number. Note: Due to Swiss work permit regulations, applications are only accepted from Swiss nationals, EU citizens, or current Swiss work permit holders. Ukrainian refugees are warmly welcomed and supported. We value diversity and do not require gender or photo information in applications but do need details on marital status, nationality, date of birth, and valid Swiss work permit. For applicants with disabilities, we are open to exploring accommodations.

Additional details:

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Production
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing