Cell-Sorting and Flow Cytometry Specialist (80 – 100%)

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 institution: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 17,000 people, including over 12,500 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries.

Your mission :

The School of Life Sciences at the Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) invites applications for the position of a Cell-Sorting and Flow Cytometry Specialist at the Flow Cytometry Core Facility (FCCF,

https://www.epfl.ch/research/facilities/cytometry/).

As a vital component of the EPFL research community, the FCCF platform is generously supported with core funding to offer assistance to the EPFL Life Sciences community and collaborators. The FCCF is equipped with state-of-the-art technology including six high-speed cell sorters (MoFlo Astrios, Fuision, Aria 2u, Aurora CS, Sony SH800) and eight analyzers (Aurora, Galios, LSR II & Fortessa, Attune NxT & CytPix, Cytoflex).

We are looking for an experienced specialist who will play a pivotal part in the operation and optimization of cell sorters for sorting and analysis, using a diverse range of flow cytometric techniques. Your responsibilities will extend to troubleshooting technical faults, conducting minor repairs, and ensuring the platform's optimal functionality. As a key team member, you will contribute to the training of users in flow cytometry techniques, and will also help with instrumentation use and data analysis. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of scientific knowledge and have expertise in cell-sorting and flow cytometry, we encourage you to apply.

Main duties and responsibilities include :

• Operate cell sorters, employing a variety of flow cytometric techniques for sorting and analysis.
• Resolve technical faults and system failures on instruments, perform minor repairs.
• Train research personnel in flow cytometry techniques, data analysis, and instrument operation.
• Effectively communicate specialized/technical information, policies, and procedures to facility users.
• Provide guidance on experimental design and data analysis.
• Maintain the platform in optimal operational condition, oversee the availability of necessary supplies.
• Actively participate in the development and optimization of new protocols and techniques in flow cytometry.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in flow cytometry techniques.

Your profile :

• A degree in a relevant field.
• Several years of hands-on experience and expertise in flow cytometry and cell sorting using state-of-the-art equipment.
• Proficiency in high-dimensional experimental design and data analysis.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey detailed technical information to non-expert users.
• Proven experience in supervising users with varying levels of expertise in cytometry.
• Effective organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Rigorous, reliable, and well-organized, with capacity to work in a service-oriented context.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English (French would be a plus).
• Ability to operate as a team player in a multi-disciplinary environment.

We offer :

We offer a dynamic and stimulating working environment.

EPFL offers internationally competitive salary and benefits along with opportunities for professional training.

EPFL is an equal-opportunity employer with family-friendly work policies. It is committed in increasing the diversity of its employees. It strongly encourages women to apply.

Start date :
As soon as possible or to be discussed

Term of employment :
Fixed-term (CDD)

Work rate :
80-100%

Duration :
Time-limited working contract (1 year-CDD), renewable

Contact :

For additional information, please contact Ms. M. Hersperger by e-mail to [email protected]

Please include cover letter, curriculum vitae and names and addresses (including e-mail) of two referees. Review of applications will continue until the position has been filled.

Only candidates who applied through EPFL website or our partner Jobup’s website will be considered. Files sent by agencies without a mandate will not be taken into account.

Remark :
Only candidates who applied through EPFL website or our partner Jobup’s website will be considered. Files sent by agencies without a mandate will not be taken into account.

Reference :
Job Nb 3275

apply online