Laboratory Technician 2

Laboratory Technician 2

Job description

The Faculty of Medicine of the University of Geneva benefits from an enriching multicultural dynamic to which it contributes through its influence within the framework of the mandates it has set itself: teaching, research and its partnership with the Geneva University Hospitals (HUG).

The Geneva Translational Research in Infections and Vaccination (GeTRIV) platform is a joint project of the Faculty of Medicine and the HUG, led by the Centres for Vaccinology and Emerging Viral Diseases as well as the HIV research unit. Its objective is to promote translational science in the field of immunovirology and vaccinology, by providing cutting-edge laboratories, biobank facilities, as well as offices and shared meeting spaces intended to host clinicians and fundamental researchers, in order to bridge fundamental research and clinical applications.

To strengthen its team, the Geneva Translational Research in Infections and Vaccination platform is currently seeking a:

Laboratory Technician 2 at 80%-100%

The main mission of this position is the preparation and analysis of human samples.

Main tasks:

• Manage the preparation, analysis, freezing and storage (inventory/biobank) of human samples collected during clinical studies.
• Manage the logistics and proper functioning of the laboratory.

Required qualifications and skills

• Federal Certificate of Capacity (CFC) as laboratory technician or equivalent training
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in the management and preparation of clinical samples
• Minimum 1 year of experience in immunological analysis of clinical samples
• Experience working in P2 is an advantage
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Use LIMS systems or develop the necessary skills to master them.
• English level B1

Starting date

to be agreed

Contact

If you match the above description, we would be very pleased to receive your application (CV, cover letter and letters of recommendation). Please apply exclusively online by clicking the button below "apply now".

Further information can be obtained from Dr Benjamin Meyer, GeTRIV scientific lead, benjamin.meyer@unige.ch

Additional information

The University of Geneva offers motivating employment conditions in a stimulating working environment. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills as well as your personality and actively contribute to the influence of an institution founded in 1559.

From a parity perspective, the University encourages applications from the underrepresented sex.