Laboratory Technician Specialising in Biology

About the job

80–100 %

by arrangement

Your Responsibilities

• Conducting microbiological examinations of drinking water and food using standardised procedures
• Application of molecular biological methods, especially PCR and NGS (Nanopore)
• Evaluation, assessment and documentation of analysis results in compliance with quality requirements
• Participation in the introduction, validation and further development of analytical methods
• Ensuring compliance with quality standards as well as applicable regulations and laboratory guidelines
• Assisting in the optimisation of laboratory processes and in solving analytical issues

Your Background

• Completed training as a biological laboratory technician EFZ or a completed bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology or a comparable field
• Experience in microbiological analysis, ideally in the area of drinking water or food testing
• Knowledge of molecular biological methods, especially PCR; experience with NGS methods (Nanopore) is an advantage
• Careful, structured and independent working style as well as a strong quality awareness
• Enjoyment of practical laboratory work, technical issues and the further development of analytical methods
• Team spirit, flexibility and willingness to familiarise yourself with new procedures and areas of responsibility

For questions about the position

Dr Dominik Ziegler
Head of Biology Department
061 552 20 70
dominik.ziegler@bl.ch

Office for Food Safety and Veterinary Affairs

The Office for Food Safety and Veterinary Affairs (ALV) is a department of the Directorate of Economic Affairs and Health (VGD) and employs around 40 staff.
The ALV promotes the health and well-being of humans and animals by acting as the cantonal enforcement authority controlling compliance with food legislation and enforcing animal-related laws. The laboratory provides the analytical basis as an important part of enforcing food and environmental protection legislation.

What else you should know

The Biology Department primarily examines the microbiological quality of drinking water and food, thereby making an important contribution to consumer protection. Both standardised procedures and modern molecular biological methods such as PCR and Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS, Nanopore) are used.

We combine proven microbiological analysis with innovative technologies and continuously develop our methods. We place great value on reliable, high-quality analysis as well as practical and solution-oriented teamwork. You can expect a varied field of activity where you can apply your professional knowledge, learn new methods and contribute to the further development of our analytical expertise.