NAT SEC - Department Technician (Sciences) - 400 030

Department Technician (Sciences)

Campus des Nations - Secondary School

Provide technical leadership for the science department and manage the team of technicians to deliver high-level educational and operational support.

In brief

• Campus: Campus des Nations - Secondary School
• Department: Sciences / Secondary School
• Supervised by: Head of Science Department / Management
• Contract type: Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week over 40 weeks)
• Start date: 4 January 2027
• Reference: 400 030
• Application deadline: 5 October 2026

Job purpose

Provide technical leadership for the department and manage a team of technicians around four key missions:

1. Team management: Supervise and coordinate a team of technicians on a daily basis.

2. Educational support: Prepare, install and conduct practical experiments and demonstrations in class.

3. Operational management: Ensure maintenance, storage, repair and monitoring of equipment, materials and premises.

4. Innovation & Problem solving: Design and deploy concrete technical solutions adapted to the department’s challenges.

About Ecolint & Campus des Nations

Founded in 1924, the International School of Geneva (Ecolint) is the world’s first international school. It educates 4,500 students from 130 nationalities across eight schools. Ecolint is proud of its long history of educational innovation, including the creation of the International Baccalaureate.

Campus des Nations, located in the heart of the international district, is a pioneering school committed to placing student learning at the centre of its activities. As a global IB school, our programmes are based on the "learner profile", aiming to develop respectful, cultured and caring citizens. Promoting these qualities is at the heart of everything we do.

Your role and responsibilities

Team management & Collaboration:

• Work under the responsibility of the head of department and communicate with them regularly.
• Supervise and coordinate the technicians’ team on a daily basis.
• Collaborate with teachers to support their requests and inform technical services in case of issues requiring intervention.

Educational support & Laboratory safety:

• Manage common laboratory materials and ensure preparation of science practical work, with a particular focus on preparing products and materials for biology teaching in general sciences, at IB and Maturity levels.
• Provide technical support to teachers and students during their individual work for Extended Essays and internal assessments, ensuring safe operation of equipment.
• Ensure compliance with procedures and safety rules, including demonstrating equipment use and providing technical support directly in class.
• Assist with student supervision if necessary.

Operational management & Maintenance:

• Ensure development, installation, adjustment, cleaning, storage and removal of department equipment and materials.
• Carry out all reasonable maintenance work and ensure laboratories are tidy, pleasant and ready for use.
• Perform regular inventory of resources.

Administrative & Budget management:

• Manage the department’s allocated budget regarding stock management, orders, invoices, etc.
• Master data management and keep relevant records in computer systems.
• Maintain up-to-date records related to rental or loan of department facilities and equipment.
• Ensure all administrative tasks, checks and documentation are performed regularly, carefully and within deadlines.

Who we are looking for

Skills and Experience:

• Master’s degree (Bac+5/Maîtrise) in chemistry or another scientific field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the educational / science teaching sector.
• Strong language skills in French and English (spoken and written).
• Excellent command of IT tools (particularly Google Workspace / Apps environment).
• Experience or training in education is an asset.

Personal qualities:

• Strong sense of service, communication and responsibility.
• Leadership, team spirit and ability to work independently.
• Organisational skills and rigour in meeting deadlines.

How to apply

Candidates are requested to apply online via our recruitment platform, including:

• An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae.
• A cover letter
• Contact details of three references (including your current or most recent employer).

Applications should be addressed to Mr Nunana Nyomi, Secondary School Director, International School of Geneva, Campus des Nations, before 5 October 2026, quoting the reference number 400 030.

Please note that only applications via our website will be considered:

https://www.ecolint.ch/fr/emploi

The International School of Geneva values and encourages diversity among its staff. Therefore, we welcome applications from candidates with varied backgrounds and experiences. The School is strongly committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children. All selected candidates will be subject to rigorous child protection and conduct checks appropriate to their role, including prior checks with former employers and authorities.