Tyvek® R&D Laboratory Technician

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Our Mission

The Tyvek® enterprise in DuPont™ Healthcare & Water Technologies is globally recognized as an advanced materials and solutions provider in healthcare packaging, personal protective equipment, and consumer and industrial solutions, among others. We aim to improve safety & health, innovation, and sustainability with the Tyvek® brand, whether it’s protecting workers from on-the-job hazards, providing sterile packaging for medical devices & pharmaceuticals, or countless other applications.

In Tyvek® R&D, we deliver new products for new and existing markets, improvements in manufacturing, and/or entirely new technology platforms and assets. Our Tyvek® R&D Scientists and Engineers define, lead, and execute technical programs focused on product and process technology development, based on a strong understanding of fundamental scientific and engineering principles. They are active members of the broader global technology community within DuPont™.

As part of our Tyvek® growth plan, we are seeking a Tyvek® R&D Laboratory Technician (m/f/d) who will support the Tyvek® R&D team.

This hiring initiative represents an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic empowered Tyvek® R&D team that applies a rich understanding of materials, polymer science, chemistry, chemical and mechanical engineering in a very diverse environment with the mission to develop nonwoven membrane solutions that protect people, property and critical products and processes from the hazards that threaten them.

WHY JOIN US? 

Our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter! 

Have the Opportunity to chart your own course, challenge yourself, and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career. We reward employees with competitive pay and incentives to recognize skills, competencies, and contributions to business results. 

Get to Experience a collaborative environment where teamwork is celebrated with flexibility that enhances balance and an inclusive atmosphere that is welcoming to all!

Get to know our Purpose and make it yours by bringing innovations to market that improve the world, share a commitment to sustainability that makes our planet better and give back to communities in which we work and live.

Job description – R&D Laboratory Technician

• Ensures safe working practices in laboratory and production environments, including the identification and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling chemicals and/or microbiological media
• Ensures adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), including quality procedures, material traceability, consumables management, waste disposal, hygiene protocol, and laboratory housekeeping
• Performs microbiological analyses in a laboratory with Bio Safety Level-1 classification, in compliance with established procedures, working under minimal supervision
  • Handling of non-pathogenic bacteria and phage media in accordance with defined protocols
  • Cultivates, measures, and validates microbiological media required for the defined test methods
  • Executes microbiological test methods including result evaluation and impact analysis of test variables

• Participates in routine laboratory operations, including document management, procedure drafting, and chemical ordering
• Ensures the accuracy, reliability, and consistency of traceability documentation (records, tools, and reports)
• Maintains laboratory equipment to ensure operational readiness, proper functioning, and compliance with maintenance requirements
• Coordinates and reviews work and test requests, communicates results effectively, and prepares clear and structured reports
• Supports R&D activities, including test preparation, execution, data analysis, complaint investigations, and quality control
• Organizes and manages day-to-day laboratory testing activities in line with operational priorities
• Contributes to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency, safety, and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BAC+3 or BAC+2) as a Laboratory Technician, ideally with a specialization in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or a related discipline (e.g., BTS in Laboratory Technology)
• +2 years of practical experience in a biological/microbiological laboratory with at least biosafety level 1(BSL-1) is an advantage
• Good knowledge of laboratory method development, method validation, and statistical analysis
• Good working knowledge of basic microbiological techniques and practical experience in handling bacteria and viruses is considered a plus
• Strong team spirit, with demonstrated resilience, flexibility, and a high level of commitment
• Professional working proficiency in English (written and spoken); knowledge of Luxembourgish, German, or French is considered an asset

Competencies (required)

• Analytical thinking
• Scientific approach to problem solving
• Intellectual curiosity and personal drive for continuous learning
• Creativity, hands on, pragmatism
• Innovative and entrepreneurial initiative
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and networking skills

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