Laboratory Technician

at  ETH Zrich

80%-100%, ZURICH, FIXED-TERM

At CellX Biosolutions, we are an innovative startup at the forefront of environmental sustainability, aiming to revolutionize pollution remediation through advanced microbial technologies. By harnessing the power of nature, we develop microbial solutions that degrade persistent environmental pollutants such as PFAS and pharmaceuticals. We are seeking a dedicated Laboratory Technician (80-100%) to join our dynamic team and support our bioremediation technologies in a hands-on laboratory environment.
You will work in our lab in the ETH Zurich Hönggerberg campus. You will be an employee of ETH Zurich within the Stocker lab | Environmental Microfluidics Group with all the associated benefits as this position is linked to a grant funding acquired at ETH.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and organization of the laboratory, ensuring that operations run smoothly for ongoing research and development. You will also be part of the product development team, helping researchers in their everyday manipulations. Key tasks include:

• Managing laboratory maintenance and ensuring that equipment is operational and well-maintained.
• Supporting researchers in troubleshooting technical issues related to laboratory operations.
• Handling procurement and ordering of lab supplies, chemicals, and consumables.
• Overseeing inventory management and maintaining accurate records of lab stock.
• Assisting with the setup, execution, and documentation of lab experiments, including microbial cultivation and analysis.
• Participating in microbial cultivation and routine sampling for proof-of-concept pollutants degradation trials.
• Ensuring that all laboratory activities comply with safety and regulatory standards.
• Assisting in the development and writing of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

The position begins in January 2025 and is secured through June 2026.

• Managing laboratory maintenance and ensuring that equipment is operational and well-maintained.
• Supporting researchers in troubleshooting technical issues related to laboratory operations.
• Handling procurement and ordering of lab supplies, chemicals, and consumables.
• Overseeing inventory management and maintaining accurate records of lab stock.
• Assisting with the setup, execution, and documentation of lab experiments, including microbial cultivation and analysis.
• Participating in microbial cultivation and routine sampling for proof-of-concept pollutants degradation trials.
• Ensuring that all laboratory activities comply with safety and regulatory standards.
• Assisting in the development and writing of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)