Biomedical Analysis Technician at the Oncogenomics Laboratory (13374-MT-210-2026)

About the job

Medico-technical

Biomedical Analysis Technician at the Oncogenomics Laboratory

The Central Haematology Laboratory (LCH) of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (DMLP) is seeking a biomedical analysis technician for a permanent position at 80% - 100% starting 1st July or as agreed.

Context

The Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) is one of the 5 Swiss university hospitals. Thanks to its collaboration with the Faculty of Biology and Medicine of the University of Lausanne and EPFL, CHUV plays a leading role in medical care, medical research and education.

The Oncogenomics Laboratory in the haematology service, accredited according to ISO 15189, is the largest Swiss oncological genomics laboratory and carries out diagnostic activities that guide patient management and contribute to therapeutic decisions.

Its activity is dedicated to the diagnostic analysis of haematological neoplasms using cytogenetic and molecular genetic methods. As a Swiss reference centre, the oncogenomics laboratory provides diagnostic services at the regional level (Canton of Vaud) and nationally (throughout Switzerland). It provides hereditary and somatic genetic diagnostic services using cutting-edge technologies.

Mission

• You receive and record oncogenomic analysis requests in a LIMS
• You perform cytogenetic and molecular preparations with the help of various automated systems (cell counting (Sysmex), cell culture, cell harvesting (HANABI P2P, cytogenetic slide preparation) (Cellwriter), DNA extraction (Qiagen), cell separation by magnetic beads (Robosep), high-throughput sequencing (Ion Torrent, Thermo Fisher), digital PCR (ddPCR Biorad))
• You analyse genomic data with various specialised bioinformatics pipelines for molecular genetic and/or cytogenetic data, according to laboratory procedures
• You control quality and interpret results
• You contribute to the general smooth running of the laboratory
• You participate in Saturday on-call duties.

Profile

• You hold a diploma as a biomedical analysis technician from the Higher School of Health (ESsanté) or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Swiss Red Cross
• You have experience in cytogenetic and/or molecular genetic analyses in a diagnostic onco-haematological context
• You demonstrate writing skills in French and technical knowledge in English
• You are comfortable with and interested in IT
• You show team spirit, dynamism, flexibility, discretion and can independently manage several tasks simultaneously
• Your versatility allows you to adapt to different techniques and analytical procedures
• You are conscientious and precise; quality of work is paramount to you and you are committed to achieving it.

We offer

Becoming a collaborator at the Lausanne University Hospital means benefiting from:

• First-class social benefits, 20 days paternity leave and 4 months maternity leave (with the possibility of an additional month of breastfeeding leave)
• Regular salary progression adapted to responsibilities
• A 13th month salary and 25 days of annual leave
• A right to a minimum of three training days per year, with access to a varied offer within the CHUV Training Centre and partner training centres of the State of Vaud
• Facilitated access to one of the 500 furnished accommodations offered in the surrounding neighbourhoods for people relocating to Switzerland from abroad
• Social, cultural and economic benefits offered to members of the H-Oxygène association
• Benefits offered within the mobility plan (discounts on public transport subscriptions, promotion of "Mobility" vehicles and discounts on the purchase of electric bicycles)
• Quality staff restaurants in each hospital building with preferential rates.

Contact and application submission

Contact for information about the position: Prof. Jacqueline Pouw Schoumans, at 021 314 33 87.

As all applications are processed electronically, please apply exclusively online by clicking the APPLY button at the bottom of the advertisement.

As part of the recruitment process for this position, if hired, you will be required to provide an original criminal record extract. You will also be asked to present your original diplomas and an identity document.

If you have difficulty applying, you can consult our procedure on how to apply online. If for technical reasons you cannot apply online, please 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 collaborators, we are attentive to different life paths and do everything possible to ensure equal treatment and avoid any discrimination. We look forward to receiving your application.

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