Laboratory Manager System Technology 80 - 100%

Laboratory Manager System Technology 80 - 100%

You make our laboratory the place where ideas become reality – by reliably managing infrastructure and processes and supporting students and staff with technical skills and good ideas.

Department: School of Engineering

Start date: Immediately or by arrangement.

• You ensure the smooth operation of our system technology laboratory and ensure that students and staff can always access reliable infrastructure.
• You manage devices, tools, and materials, distribute them to students and staff, and ensure their proper use.
• You maintain and support our 3D printers and other laboratory facilities, including minor repairs and regular functional checks.
• You support students in the project module as well as in project and bachelor theses by helping them with practical questions and being the first point of contact.
• You support staff in research and development projects, especially by procuring components and materials and by providing operational assistance in the laboratory.
• Depending on your profile, you perform simple mechanical manufacturing tasks (e.g., drilling, milling, adjusting components) or carry out simple electronic tasks such as assembly, wiring, or installation work as well as support with electrical experimental setups.
• You have completed vocational training as an automation technician, mechanic, electronics technician, or in a related technical profession.
• Ideally, you bring experience in both mechanical manufacturing (e.g., simple processing or adjustment work) and electrical engineering or electronics.
• You enjoy supporting students and staff in everyday matters and present yourself in a friendly, helpful, and solution-oriented manner.
• You work independently, organize yourself well, and keep an overview even with several simultaneous tasks. In addition, you are a team player.
• You can communicate well in both German and English, orally and in writing.

The ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences, with over 14,000 students and over 11,000 continuing education participants as well as around 3,700 employees, is one of the largest multi-disciplinary universities of applied sciences in Switzerland.

The Institute of Mechatronic Systems is one of the leading institutes in the field of mechatronics and robotics. Around 50 employees work on national and international research projects and in teaching.

ZHAW is committed to gender-mixed and diverse teams to promote equality, diversity, and innovation.

We offer university-appropriate working and employment conditions and actively promote the personnel development of our employees and managers. A detailed description of the benefits can be found on the "Working at ZHAW" website. Here are the main points:

Michael Wüthrich

Co-Head Institute of Mechatronic Systems

Samy Shalaby

Recruiting Manager