Biomedical Analysis Technician at the Institute of Microbiology

About the job

Medical-technical

Biomedical Analysis Technician at the Institute of Microbiology

The Institute of Microbiology (IMU) of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (DMLP) is seeking a biomedical analysis technician at a workload of 80% to 100%, on a permanent contract, for its molecular diagnostic laboratory. The starting date is scheduled for 1 December 2026.

Context

The Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) is one of the five Swiss university hospitals. Thanks to its collaboration with the Faculty of Biology and Medicine of the University of Lausanne and EPFL, CHUV plays a leading role in medical care, medical research, and education.

The Institute of Microbiology (IMU) is an academic centre that brings together around 140 staff around three main missions: microbiological diagnosis of infectious diseases, applied and fundamental research, and teaching.

Its diagnostic sector includes several specialised and accredited laboratories. The molecular diagnostic laboratory performs analyses on clinical samples to detect pathogenic microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi. It works closely with other IMU laboratories to ensure a comprehensive approach to the diagnosis of infectious diseases.

Mission

• You perform molecular diagnostic analyses in accordance with laboratory procedures and requirements
• You actively participate in quality system management
• You contribute to the smooth running of the laboratory, particularly regarding infrastructure, equipment, and supplies
• You participate in on-call duties.

Profile

• You hold a diploma as a biomedical analysis technician ES issued by the Higher School of Health (ESsanté) or an equivalent qualification; for foreign diplomas, recognition by the Swiss Red Cross (SRC) is required
• You have experience or solid knowledge in molecular biology, acquired through professional experience or training internship
• You show a strong interest in IT tools and automation
• You enjoy teamwork and have good collaboration skills
• You demonstrate rigour, precision, flexibility, and discretion.

We offer

Becoming a member of the Lausanne University Hospital team means benefiting from:

• First-class social benefits, 20 days paternity leave, and 4 months maternity leave (with the possibility of an additional month of breastfeeding leave)
• Regular salary progression adapted to responsibilities
• A 13th salary and 25 days of holiday per year
• A minimum of three days of training per year, with access to a varied offer within the CHUV Training Centre and partner training centres of the Canton of Vaud
• Facilitated access to one of the 500 furnished apartments offered in the surrounding neighbourhoods for people relocating to Switzerland from abroad
• Social, cultural, and economic benefits offered to members of the H-Oxygène association
• Benefits offered within the mobility plan (discounts on public transport subscriptions, promotion of "Mobility" vehicles, and discounts on the purchase of electric bikes)
• Hotel-quality staff restaurants in each hospital building with preferential rates.

Contact and application submission

Contact for information about the position: Mr Grégory Gonzalez, TAB unit head, at 079 556 81 56 and Ms Zahera Dance, TAB deputy unit head, at 079 556 21 04.

As all our applications are processed electronically, please apply exclusively online by clicking the APPLY button at the bottom of the advertisement.

As part of the recruitment process for this position, if hired, you will be required to provide an original criminal record extract. You will also be asked to present your original diplomas and an identity document.

If you have difficulty applying, you can consult our procedure on how to apply online. If for technical reasons you cannot apply online, please contact our Recruitment Unit, which will assist you in your process, either by email at e.recrutement@chuv.ch or by phone at 021 314 85 70.

CHUV applies the highest quality standards in its recruitment processes. Furthermore, committed to promoting diversity among our staff, we are attentive to different life paths and do everything possible to ensure equal treatment and prevent any discrimination. We look forward to receiving your application.

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