The Laboratoire national de santé (Public institution) is recruiting a full-time laboratory technician (ATM de laboratoire) (BAC/BAC+2) Ref°265 (m/f) on a one-year fixed-term contract.
The « Laboratoire national de santé » (LNS) is a public institution under the supervision of the Ministry of Health in Luxembourg. As a multidisciplinary institute, the LNS consists of four scientific departments in the fields of medical biology, microbiology, forensic medicine and health protection. In addition, the LNS is also hosting the National Center of Pathology and the National Center of Genetics. The LNS has its premises in Dudelange since 2013.
The mission of the LNS is to develop analytical and scientific expertise related to the prevention, diagnosis and monitoring of human diseases and to ensure the role of a national control or reference laboratory as well as to carry out forensic tasks. The institution also contributes to the development, harmonization and promotion of technical laboratory methods in close collaboration with local and international analytical laboratories. Within the scope of its responsibilities, the LNS is also leading research and teaching activities in collaboration with partners in Luxembourg and abroad.
With its modern infrastructure in line with the recent evolution of medical and analytical sciences, the LNS is an ambitious laboratory with innovative projects that increase its expertise in public health.
The Unit “Environmental Hygiene and Human Biological Monitoring” has strong expertise in indoor pollution, occupational hygiene and human biomonitoring. For indoor pollution, the Unit is in charge of the laboratory analyses for the national monitoring programs in Luxembourg. These monitoring programs are carried out in patients’ houses, schools, and in public building. The laboratory analyses include the evaluation of chemical and microbiological exposures. The laboratory is accredited ISO 17025 for occupational and environmental monitoring activities, and is seeking accreditation ISO 15189 for human biomonitoring.
This list of tasks should not be considered exhaustive. Tasks may vary according to the specific needs of the unit.
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If you meet the above profile and wish to apply, please submit your application (CV and Cover letter) via our website. Your application will be treated confidentiality.
At the final stages of the recruitment process, the successful candidate will be asked to provide supporting documentation such as, copies of diplomas and certificates of employment. An official criminal record (bulletin no.3) will also be required for consultation purpose.