Research Assistant “I want the chance to stand out while being part of something outstanding” Nestlé Research, Nestlé Institute of Health Sciences, Undefined period of time contract, Lausanne, Switzerland act. rate 100% Nestlé Research is based in Lausanne, Switzerland and employs approximately 800 people. It consists of three major research institutes: Health Sciences, Material Sciences and Food Safety & Analytical Sciences. Nestlé Research combines fundamental science at the highest level, high-end analytical platforms leveraged by all research teams, and strong prototyping capabilities to accelerate the translation of science into innovation. Nestlé Research published around 1,000 scientific publications in peer review journals over the last five years, and files about 80 patents every year. Nestlé Research collaborates with approximately 100 universities or research institutes around the world. Learn more about Nestlé Research atwww.nestle.com/randd In order tocomplete our Multi-Omics & Profiling Department, we arecurrently looking for a Research Assistant in genomics In this role, you will contribute to the Genomics Factory team activities by conducting experiments. Key responsibilities
Plan and execute Genomics experiments (RNA, DNA based) using established technologies such as Next Generation Sequencing, microarrays and PCR
Perform reporting related to experiments to be shared with Data Analysts (Data pre-processing & Quality Control)
Organize stocks of reagents
Contribute to the maintenance of instruments
Contribute to the implementation of new genomics technologies and applications
Act as a key point of contact for scientists of NIHS, NR and other Nestlé R&D Centers
Required Qualifications
Master Degree with ideally +5 years of experience in molecular biology and/or genomics-based research, or equivalent
Experience gained in an international environment would be a plus
Experience with LIMS would be a plus
Fluency in English. Working level in French would be a plus.
Show us that you have excellent planning and execution skills with a strong service orientation. In addition, your team player attitude and your rigor will contribute to your and our success. Curious, you appreciate to challenge the status quo and suggest new approaches. If you want to evolve in an international and scientific environment with challenges, then apply online on our website: www.nestle.com/jobs . The Nestlé Group is the world’s largest food and beverage company with 89.8 billion Swiss Francs in sales in 2017. It is present in 189 countries around the world, has 413 factories and its 323,000Employees are committed to Nestlé’s purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé offers a wide portfolio of products and services for people and their pets throughout their lives. Its more than 2000 brands range from global icons like Nescafé or Nespresso to local favourites. Company performance is driven by its Nutrition, Health and Wellness strategy. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. Learn more about our Group and reasons to join us on www.nestle.com. The Nestlé Group is the world’s largest food and beverage company with 89.8 billion Swiss Francs in sales in 2017. It is present in 189 countries around the world, has 413 factories and its 323,000 employees are committed to Nestlé’s purpose of enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. Nestlé offers a wide portfolio of products and services for people and their pets throughout their lives. Its more than 2000 brands range from global icons like Nescafé or Nespresso to local favourites. Company performance is driven by its Nutrition, Health and Wellness strategy. Nestlé is based in the Swiss town of Vevey where it was founded more than 150 years ago. Learn more about our Group and reasons to join us onwww.nestle.com/.
