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EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main missions of the institutions: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 18,500 people, including over 14,000 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries.

Technical Specialist in Microscopy (80-100 %)

Mission

We are looking for an entry-level position (80 - 100%) microscopy specialist for the BioImaging & Optics platform (BIOP) at the EPFL in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Main duties and responsibilities

  • User support and training for the BIOP microscopes.
  • User support in simple image analysis tasks.
  • Support in instrument maintenance and repair.
  • Participate in teaching tasks of the team.

Profile

  • We are looking for an enthusiastic person with a Master's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field, who has proven competence in microscopy and basic knowledge of image processing.  
  • As an ideal candidate, you are service-minded, proactive, and an excellent team player.
  • You will be part of a team of experts supporting the EPFL Life Science community with cutting-edge light microscopy expertise.
  • We collaborate with imaging facilities and staff scientists in-house and across Switzerland, and expect you to have excellent social and networking skills and to enjoy collaborating with peers.
  • Good communication skills in English are essential.

We offer

  • Access to cutting-edge research infrastructure, a highly international environment and excellent working conditions.

  • Access to numerous courses for training and development.

  • Excellent salary and benefits according to EPFL standards.

  • The position provides an ideal environment into a microscopy facility career.

Informations

Contract Start Date : 04/01/2025 

Activity Rate Min : 80.00

Activity Rate Max : 100.00

Contract Type: CDD

Duration: One year contrat, renewable 

Reference: 1439 

 

For additional information, please feel free to contact Dr. Arne Seitz by e-mail to : arne.seitz@epfl.ch










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