Technicien-ne

EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the

Technicien\-ne

EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main missions of the institution: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 17,000 people, including over 12,500 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries.

Technicien\-ne

Mission

The Laboratory of Dr. Douglas Hanahan, at the Swiss Institute for Experimental Cancer Research (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology), is seeking a highly motivated laboratory technician with a strong background in molecular and cell biology and experience working with genetically modified mouse models. The laboratory, and therefore the position, is based at the AGORA Cancer Research Center in Lausanne, a multidisciplinary research environment dedicated to advancing cancer research. The successful candidate will work closely with a postdoctoral fellow on projects in tumor immunology spanning cancer vaccines and the fundamental biology of glioblastoma.

We are looking for a proactive, organized, and motivated individual who enjoys working independently while collaborating closely with others. The ideal candidate is comfortable organizing daily experimental work from agreed project priorities, takes initiative in troubleshooting technical challenges, asks questions when needed, communicates openly, and maintains thorough experimental records. This position is well suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work and contributing actively to the progress of a research project.

Main duties and responsibilities

Plan and execute daily experimental work in coordination with the postdoctoral fellow

Mouse models: health monitoring, injections, in vivo imaging, assistance with surgeries and tissue collection

Molecular biology: DNA/RNA isolation, cloning, qPCR, protein isolation, and western blotting

Cell biology: mammalian cell culture, transfection, proliferation, migration/invasion assays, and flow cytometry

Histology: cryosectioning, FFPE processing, immunohistochemistry, and fluorescence microscopy

Contribute to the day\-to\-day operation of the laboratory as needed

Profile

Diploma from a laboratory technician program or equivalent qualification

Accreditation to work with laboratory animals (Module 1\)

Excellent organization and time management skills

Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and take initiative

Curious, persistent, and motivated to learn new methods and troubleshoot technical challenges

Excellent written and spoken English communication skills

We offer

A dynamic and multicultural working environment within an internationally renowned multidisciplinary institution

The opportunity to contribute to exciting, varied, and high\-impact projects

Attractive working conditions

Opportunities for continuing professional development

Informations

Contract Start Date : October 1, 2026

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Contract Type: CDD

Duration: 12

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