CFC Laboratory Apprentice with Biology Option

Interns, students, apprentices

CFC Laboratory Apprentice with Biology Option

Want to learn how to prepare samples, conduct experiments, and document results in a laboratory? Join the Angiology Service at CHUV on August 10, 2026!

Context

The Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) is one of the five Swiss university hospitals and ranks among the best hospitals worldwide according to the Newsweek 2025 ranking. Thanks to its collaboration with the Faculty of Biology and Medicine of the University of Lausanne and EPFL, it plays a leading role in care, research, and education.

Within the Angiology Service, you will work in a clinical and scientific environment specialized in vascular diseases. This service combines diagnosis, care, and research, particularly on the mechanisms of thrombosis, inflammation, and vascular wall function. You will participate in experimental projects directly contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the cardiovascular field.

Mission

• You learn basic techniques in cellular and molecular biology, especially on cell cultures
• You participate in laboratory experiments, including sample preparation, handling cells or tissues, and monitoring biological assays
• You contribute to the maintenance and proper upkeep of the laboratory, ensuring the care of equipment and materials
• You write, analyze, and archive your experimental results (laboratory notebook, files, databases)
• You exchange scientific and technical information within the team and participate in the continuous improvement of methods and protocols.

Profile

• You have completed your compulsory schooling (VG level with good results in scientific subjects or VP desired.)
• You are precise, methodical, and meticulous, with a strong sense of hygiene and cleanliness.
• You have a logical and rigorous mind, enjoy understanding how things work, and learning through experimentation.
• You demonstrate scientific curiosity and can maintain concentration over time.

We offer

By joining CHUV as an apprentice, you benefit from:

• A comprehensive, varied, and professional training at the heart of a university hospital
• Close supervision provided by experienced trainers
• The possibility to continue your professional career at CHUV after the apprenticeship, subject to available positions
• Active support to develop your talents, with the possibility of being selected for SwissSkills, the national skills competition, when the edition matches your field
• And many benefits reserved for apprentices (meals, transport discounts, social network, etc.)

Contact and application submission

Interested? Send us your application:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• School reports from the last three years
• Any internship reports

Contact for information about the position: For any information regarding the position, please contact Ms. Samela Sulejmani, Training Coordinator at 021 314 81 80.

Since all our applications are processed electronically, we kindly ask you to apply exclusively online by clicking the APPLY button at the bottom of the announcement.

If you have difficulty applying, you can consult our procedure on how to apply online. If for technical reasons you cannot apply online, we invite you to contact our Recruitment Unit, which will assist you in your process, either by email at e.recrutement@chuv.ch or by phone at 021 314 85 70.

CHUV applies the highest quality standards in its recruitment processes. Furthermore, committed to promoting diversity among our staff, we pay attention to different life paths and do everything possible to ensure equal treatment and avoid any discrimination. We look forward to receiving your application