Laboratory Technician or Research Assistant

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Laboratory Technician or Research Assistant
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Position

VFI wishes to recruit a skilled **Laboratory Technician** or**Research Assistant** to strengthen our analytical activities and contribute to research and development on emulsion and liposome\-based adjuvants at our laboratories in Switzerland.



Key Responsibilities

* Perform quantitative analysis of adjuvant components using HPLC/UPLC systems with UV, ELSD, CAD, and MS detection methods
* Assist in the research and development of vaccine adjuvant technologies, including small\-scale manufacturing and quality control (QC) analysis
* Troubleshoot and manage the maintenance of liquid chromatography laboratory instruments
* Develop and optimize experimental protocols using bibliographic research as needed
* Record, analyze, and interpret experimental data, including report writing and presenting findings
* Ensure cleanliness and order in the laboratory to promote a safe and organized working environment




Qualifications and Requirements

* Laboratory technician CFC with experience in biotechnology, HES engineer, University Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with laboratory experience, or equivalent
* Significant experience in LC\-MS with emphasis on practical use, troubleshooting and maintenance
* Previous experience with i/ analytical chemistry: including but not limited to sample preparation, HPLC with UV, ELSD, CAD detectors, and OpenLab software or similar, ii/ physicochemical analysis: including but not limited to dynamic light scattering, electrophoretic light scattering, light diffraction, pH measurements, osmometry
* Excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to work within a multidisciplinary environment
* Excellent organization skills, autonomy, and self\-motivation
* Excellent standard of both written and spoken English




Working conditions

* Place of work will be onsite either in VFI’s facilities in Plan\-Les\-Ouates (Geneva) or in Epalinges (Lausanne), Switzerland, with regular travels between both facilities.
* Full\-time and part\-time employment will be considered




How to apply

Kindly submit in **English** your resume, along with a cover letter detailing your motivation, qualifications, and suitability for the position. The deadline for applications is 31 October 2026\.


* Vaccine Formulation Institute SA
Rue du Champ\-Blanchod 4
1228 Plan\-les\-Ouates


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