For our client, an international company in Rotkreuz, we are looking for a Lab Assistant.

You will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of our BSL1 and BSL2 laboratories, managing waste collection, and overseeing the stocking of common consumables. The perfect candidate has a technician background and first experience in a lab environment. Moreover the person speaks fluent German and English and is solution driven.
 

General Information:

• Start date: ASAP
• Latest Start Date: 18.11.2024
• Planned duration: 12 months
• Extension: possible
• Workplace: Rotkreuz
• Workload: 80-100 %
• Remote/Home Office: not possible
• Working hours: Standard

Tasks & Responsibilities:
 

• Manages, oversees, and executes the following in their assigned BSL1 and BSL2
  • regular cleaning of the BSL1 and BSL2 laboratories according to the hygiene plan
  • waste management including collection and disposal
  • lab coat management including adequate supply, collection and cleaning.
  • operation and monitoring of dishwasher, drying furnace and autoclaves
  • maintaining stock of common lab consumables
  • pipettes calibration support
• Participates in the on-call services for CTU excursion
• Dry ice area cleaning

Must Haves:
 

• Relevant vocational qualification/training (e.g. lab assistant) or non related vocational training with 2-4 years duration AND min 1-3 years of relevant professional experience
• Proficient with MS Excel and Google suite
• Fluent in German and English (min. B2 Level)
• Self-motivated and solution driven individual who can maintain quality, accuracy and timeliness of deliverables
• Excellent interpersonal skills and stakeholder management
• Good organizational, written and verbal communication skills
• Team player, self organized and motivated individual
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment with efficiency; and capable ofhandling multiple projects
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to handle regular interaction with potentially hazardous materials and requires strict adherence to safety protocols
• Ability to handle standing, bending, and lifting for extended periods

Nice to Have:
 

• Hep B vaccination (can also be provided by the company)