Overview
Location: Nestlé, Institute of Health Sciences - EPFL site, Switzerland
Entity: Nestlé Research, Société des Produits Nestlé S.A.
Act. Rate: Full-Time Act. Rate 100%
Contract: Temporary
Desired start date: January 5, 2026
End of assignment: December 31, 2026
Nestlé Research is based in Lausanne, Switzerland, employs approximately 1000 people and is comprised of five Nestlé Institutes: Food Sciences, Health Sciences, Food Safety & Analytical Sciences, Packaging Sciences, and Agricultural Sciences.
Role
A Day in the Life of a Junior Research Assistant
* Maintenance and work with mammalian cell culture.
* Interact with core facilities for processing of experimental samples.
* Work closely with the scientists, research assistants, and students in coordinating research plans.
* Laboratory culture media / supplements / consumables stock management.
* Managing stock location.
* Managing usable duration.
* Communicating with other scientists to update the stock in the digital database.
* Replenishing stock.
* Processing of laboratory deliveries, receipt, storage, and notifications.
* Generation of cell culture media.
* Stock ingredients (chemicals / growth factors) preparations.
* Media preparation.
* Maintaining workplace standards.
* Assisting in major laboratory activities.
* Follow the laboratory SOP (Standard Operational Procedure).
What will make you successful
* Apprenticeships graduate / Bachelor\'s degree / Master\'s degree in biology / biotechnology / bio-engineering
* Minimum of 3 years of experience in Life Sciences / Biomedical
* Experience in “mammalian cell culture” is essential
* Experience in a laboratory environment is essential (cellular and molecular biology)
* Experience working in a sterile condition
* Experience working with bioreactors is a plus (but not required).
* Self-motivated, strong work ethic, team-working mindset
* Proficient in English, French is a plus.
How to apply
We look forward to receiving your complete application by applying directly online. For more information about the position, please contact us on +41 24 442 75 26.
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