Laboratory Technician EFZ in Biology

Laboratory Technician EFZ in Biology

Federal Office for Civil Protection BABS
Spiez | 80-100%

Your Contribution

• Independent lab management of the cell culture laboratory (including maintenance, cleaning, material management, orders, documentation, etc.)

• Independently perform microbiological and molecular biological diagnostics of highly pathogenic bacteria and viruses, including characterization using sequencing technologies (NGS)

• Conduct cultural and molecular (detection) methods (e.g., inactivation, DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, RT-PCR, genotyping) of pathogens (viruses) in risk groups 1–4, assist in maintaining and optimizing the reference collection, organize and participate in national and international proficiency tests

• Validate molecular biological evidence, review, optimize, and update work instructions and validation documents, support quality management and operation of the testing facility STS 0054

• Assist in the organization and maintenance of the BSL2, BSL3, and BSL4 laboratory infrastructure (including equipment)

• Collaborate on research projects (RG 1–4) and in laboratory training as well as in refresher courses for the military, membership in the response team for biological events (B-EEVBS)

What Makes You Unique

• Completed vocational training as a biological laboratory technician EFZ, HFP or HF degree is an advantage

• Several years of professional experience in microbiology and molecular biology, experience in cultivating and working with (highly) pathogenic pathogens is an advantage

• Good knowledge of sterile work and a strong quality awareness

• Experience working at least at biosafety level 2, biosafety level 3 is an advantage

• Highly committed personality, responsible, high degree of independence, very safe working method (biosafety), organizational talent, high flexibility, teamwork skills, careful and precise working method, integrity, perseverance, and versatility

• Passive knowledge of a second official language and good English skills

What We Offer

Working for Switzerland

We are committed to the success model of Switzerland and work for the benefit of the population.

Embraced Diversity

Thanks to equal opportunities, we develop our competencies and bring in different perspectives.

Healthy at Work

We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health.

In Summary

Are you passionate about protecting people and the environment from biological hazards and threats? Do you enjoy natural sciences, diagnostics, research, and training? Find a meaningful and challenging role in our dynamic environment in event management, operations, diagnostics, and research at the Spiez laboratory.

What Defines Us

The Federal Office for Civil Protection BABS is the nationally recognized coordination center for civil protection between federal agencies, cantons, and third parties. It provides foundations and coordination, particularly in the areas of risk analysis, warning and alerting, training, telematics, and protective infrastructure as well as disaster medicine, ABC protection, and disarmament. Together with the cantons and other national and international partners, it has the capabilities, current technologies, and infrastructures for managing disasters and emergencies.

Individuals from the French and Italian language communities are underrepresented in our administrative unit. Therefore, your applications are particularly welcome.

Start Date: 01.10.2026
Type of Employment: permanent
Reference No.: JRQ$540-20121
Work Location: Austrasse, 3700 Spiez

Questions about the Position

César Metzger
+41 58 46 81855