Research Associate in Food Chemistry 80 - 100 %

School:

Life Sciences und Facility Management

Starting date:

From November 2025

Your role

• Implementation and development of analytical methods (LC-MS and GC-MS)
• Responsibility for the maintenance and servicing of analytical equipment
• Supervision of undergraduate students during laboratory courses and their research projects
• Support with manuscript writing and funding acquisition

Your profile

• Completed MSc in Food Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a closely related subject, plus at least three years' active research experience in the chemical characterisation of food or plant metabolites
• A PhD is beneficial; however, candidates with substantial relevant professional or academic research experience are also encouraged to apply
• Hands-on experience in implementing and developing analytical methods using LC-MS and GC-MS, including operating the associated software tools
• Experience in data treatment and interpretation using statistical analysis
• Experience in disseminating your research findings in peer-reviewed journals
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to manage complex details while ensuring alignment with broader project objectives
• Experience in supervising undergraduate students, lab technicians and research assistants is an advantage
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) is mandatory, and knowledge of German is beneficial

This is what we stand for

Zurich University of Applied Sciences ZHAW is one of Switzerland's largest multidisciplinary universities of applied sciences, with over 14'000 students and 3'400 faculty and staff.

Life Sciences and Facility Management : study and research in Wädenswil: practical, creative, passionate and reflective. Our expertise in life sciences and facility management in the areas of the environment, food and health enables us to make a vital contribution to solving social challenges and improving quality of life.

Institute of Food and Beverage Innovation : "We understand food" - this holistic approach guides our institute.
We observe all developments relevant to food in society, the economy, technology and nature. We focus on 'managing the making of better food and beverages' in teaching, research, further education and services - in close cooperation with companies, institutions and authorities.

The main focus of the institute is thus on the application-oriented control and optimization of manufacturing processes. The aim is to develop products and solutions that optimally satisfy people's nutritional needs. Our mission is to produce 'better' food and beverages that are delicious, healthy, safe and sustainable from the raw material to the consumer.

ZHAW is committed to gender-mixed and diverse teams in order to promote equality, diversity and innovation.

What you can expect

We offer working conditions and terms of employment commensurate with higher education institutions and actively promote personal development for staff in leadership and non-leadership positions. A detailed description of advantages and benefits can be found at Working at the ZHAW . The main points are listed below:

Contact

Prof. Dr. Irene Chetschik
Head Research Group Food Chemistry

Jocelyn Schaad
Recruiting Manager