Laboratory Technician – Science

LÉcole Internationale Bilingue Haut-Lac is looking for a motivated, rigorous, and organized science laboratory technician to join the Science department of its secondary school starting in January 2027.

Working in close collaboration with science teachers, the hired person will provide the necessary technical and practical support for teaching biology, chemistry, and physics, as well as the preparation, organization, and proper functioning of the laboratories, in compliance with safety standards.

Laboratory Technician – Science

Start date: January 2027

Location: St-Légier, Vaud

Main responsibilities

The laboratory technician will notably be responsible for:

• preparing, installing, and storing the material, chemicals, solutions, and equipment necessary for practical work;
• assisting teachers in the preparation of experiments in biology, chemistry, and physics;
• ensuring the maintenance, cleanliness, organization, and safety of the laboratories and preparation areas;
• guaranteeing the appropriate storage, labeling, and handling of chemicals and scientific equipment;
• managing stocks, consumables, and orders necessary for the operation of the laboratories;
• performing routine maintenance and simple troubleshooting of equipment;
• ensuring the appropriate disposal of chemicals and biological material in accordance with applicable rules;
• keeping safety-related documentation up to date and contributing to risk assessments;
• supporting the preparation of complex practical work and experimental projects carried out by students;
• actively contributing to the maintenance of high health and safety standards.

Required profile

We are looking for a person who imperatively possesses:

• recognized training in the scientific or laboratory field: CFC as a laboratory technician, Bachelor's in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics or a related field, or equivalent qualification;
• practical laboratory experience and good mastery of the preparation of experiments and scientific equipment;
• good knowledge of applicable laboratory health and safety rules, particularly regarding the handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals;
• excellent organizational skills, rigor, and attention to detail;
• the ability to work autonomously and manage priorities;
• an excellent team spirit and the ability to collaborate closely with teachers;
• a good command of English and/or French, allowing for work in a bilingual school environment.

Experience in a school, university, or educational environment is an asset. Knowledge of the IB MYP/PEI and/or Diploma Programme would also be appreciated.

Conditions

Activity rate: 50% annualized. Work distributed over 4 days. 6 weeks of paid vacation and 6/7 weeks of unpaid leave to be taken during the school's school holidays.

Start date: January 2027
Workplace: École Internationale Bilingue Haut-Lac, St-Légier

Haut-Lac offers an international, bilingual, and multicultural working environment. The hired person will join a collaborative Science team and will contribute directly to the quality and safety of the experimental teaching offered to our students.

Application dossier

Only complete dossiers that correspond to the job criteria will be considered and will receive a response.

The application dossier must imperatively include:

• a complete and updated CV;
• a cover letter;
• a copy of relevant diplomas and professional qualifications;
• available work certificates / employment attestations;
• professional reference contact details, if available.

Applications that do not meet the qualifications and essential criteria mentioned in the advertisement will not be retained.

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