Laboratory Scientist

Introduction

UNIL is a leading international teaching and research institution, with over 5,000 employees and 17,000 students split between its Dorigny campus, CHUV and Epalinges. As an employer, UNIL encourages excellence, individual recognition and responsibility.

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Presentation

The mission of the SOxHiF Core Facility is to provide users with shared access to advanced technologies in histology, multiplex imaging, and spatial and multi-omics analyses, as well as scientific and technical support for the design and implementation of complex experiments.

Its activities include data generation using established protocols, the optimization of technical procedures, and contributing to the development and validation of new methods, in line with technological advances and evolving user needs.

Within this framework, the Laboratory Scientist will be responsible for independently managing the scientific and methodological aspects of user projects, from assessing feasibility and defining experimental approaches to conducting experiments, critically evaluating results, and interpreting findings. The Laboratory Scientist will also develop, optimize, and validate methods in advanced histology, immunohistochemistry, multiplex imaging, in situ hybridization, transcriptomics, and spatial and multi-omics analyse.

Job information

Expected start date in position: As soon as possible, or by mutual agreement

Contract length: One-year contract, renewable

Activity rate: 100%

Workplace: Epalinges (Biopôle)

Your responsibilities

• Advise researchers on the design and implementation of projects involving advanced histology, multiplex imaging, spatial transcriptomics and multi-omics approaches.


• Assess scientific and technical feasibility and recommend appropriate experimental strategies.


• Develop, optimize and validate innovative workflows and technologies.


• Analyze and interpret experimental data in collaboration with researchers and bioinformatics specialists.


• Contribute to quality assurance, standardization and documentation of platform methods.


• Maintain scientific and technological awareness in the fields of spatial biology and multi-omics.


• Train and support users in the application of platform technologies.

Your qualifications

• Diploma as a technician in biology  (or equivalent) and Master's degree or PhD in Life Sciences, Biology, or a related field.


• Hands-on experience in advanced histology, immunohistochemistry, multiplex immunofluorescence, in situ hybridization or spatial biology technologies.


• Experience developing and optimizing experimental workflows.


• Skills in image analysis and/or scientific data analysis; knowledge of R or Python is an advantage.


• Ability to manage projects independently and collaborate with multidisciplinary research teams.


• Strong scientific rigor, initiative and communication skills.


• Strong interest in emerging technologies in spatial biology and multi-omics.

What the position offers you

We offer a nice working place in a multicultural, diverse and dynamic academic environment. Opportunities for professional training, a lot of activities and other benefits to discover.

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Contact for further information

For any specific enquiries, please contact:

Stéphanie Tissot, Head of SOxHiF : E-Mail schreiben

Your application

Deadline: 26 October 2026

Please submit your application including a CV, a letter of motivation via the UNIL application service.

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UNIL is committed to:
•    equality, diversity and inclusion within its community;
•    ensuring an open and respectful environment that is conducive to personal development;
•    offering working conditions that facilitate work-life balance.

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UNIL is committed to:
•    equality, diversity and inclusion within its community;
•    ensuring an open and respectful environment that is conducive to personal development;
•    offering working conditions that facilitate work-life balance.

In order to increase the number of women in management positions, applications from women are particularly encouraged.

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