Lab Technician, Lab Operations

Adaptyv is building an automated lab that lets AI agents run biology experiments. The Lausanne lab runs thousands of constructs a week through automated workcells, liquid handlers, and binding instruments. The role owns day-to-day upkeep of automation and instruments, buffer and reagent production, lab cleanliness, safety, and stocking, and leads the rollout of new inventory management and lab operations processes. It is a hands-on, in-the-lab role working closely with the Lab Manager, the Lab Operations team, and scientists.

Responsibilities

Run daily and weekly calibration of Hamilton liquid handling systems; Calibrate and maintain key instruments, including the Echo and pH meters; Look after the SPR system: buffer bottle changes, rinsing, and routine upkeep; Take ownership of automated workcells and keep them clean, organized, and calibrated; Prepare buffers, reagents, and reaction mixes according to established SOPs; Run weekly buffer production and handle ad-hoc requests from the team; Lead the rollout of new inventory management and lab operations processes across the lab; Organize fridges and storage, run inventory, and keep consumables, glassware, and bench supplies stocked; Keep benches and shared spaces clean, clear, and ready for work every day; Manage hazardous and biohazardous waste disposal, waste sorting, recycling, and general waste removal in line with safety regulations; Run the lab dishwasher and make sure clean glassware is always available; Plan and document scheduled deep cleans and preventive maintenance

Requirements

Laboratory apprenticeship (CFC Laborant/in), BSc in biology, chemistry, or a relevant field, or an equivalent lab technician qualification; Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; Precision in following and executing protocols and SOPs; A service mindset; Comfortable with routine, with an eye for ways to improve it; Calm and reliable in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment

Nice to have

Experience with lab automation or liquid handling systems (Hamilton, Echo, or similar); Experience with inventory or LIMS tools; Proficiency in English and French