Laboratory Technician or Research Assistant

VFI wishes to recruit a skilled Laboratory Technician or
Research Assistant to strengthen our analytical activities and contribute to research and development on emulsion and liposome-based adjuvants at our laboratories in Switzerland.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative analysis of adjuvant components using HPLC/UPLC systems with UV, ELSD, CAD, and MS detection methods
• Assist in the research and development of vaccine adjuvant technologies, including small-scale manufacturing and quality control (QC) analysis
• Troubleshoot and manage the maintenance of liquid chromatography laboratory instruments
• Develop and optimize experimental protocols using bibliographic research as needed
• Record, analyze, and interpret experimental data, including report writing and presenting findings
• Ensure cleanliness and order in the laboratory to promote a safe and organized working environment

Qualifications and Requirements

• Laboratory technician CFC with experience in biotechnology, HES engineer, University Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with laboratory experience, or equivalent
• Significant experience in LC-MS with emphasis on practical use, troubleshooting and maintenance
• Previous experience with i/ analytical chemistry: including but not limited to sample preparation, HPLC with UV, ELSD, CAD detectors, and Open Lab software or similar, ii/ physicochemical analysis: including but not limited to dynamic light scattering, electrophoretic light scattering, light diffraction, pH measurements, osmometry
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to work within a multidisciplinary environment
• Excellent organization skills, autonomy, and self-motivation
• Excellent standard of both written and spoken English

Working conditions

• Place of work will be onsite either in VFI’s facilities in Plan-Les-Ouates (Geneva) or in Epalinges (Lausanne), Switzerland, with regular travels between both facilities.
• Full-time and part-time employment will be considered