Technical Employee or Analytical Chemist 60-80% (m/f/d)
Eidg. Forschungsanstalt WSL
Birmensdorf
Key information
- Publication date:22 December 2025
- Workload:60 – 80%
- Place of work:Birmensdorf
Job summary
The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape WSL focuses on sustainable environmental use. Join a dynamic team dedicated to nature conservation.
Tasks
- Ensure reliable, high-quality lab operations at WSL's central lab.
- Conduct precise analyses of soil, plant, and water samples.
- Develop and optimize analytical methods while documenting processes.
Skills
- Requires a completed lab technician training and extensive analytical chemistry experience.
- Structured and quality-conscious work ethic in research labs.
- Strong team orientation and proficiency in English.
Is this helpful?
The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL, with around 600 employees, is part of the ETH domain. It deals with the sustainable use and protection of the environment as well as responsible management of natural hazards.
Technical Employee or Analytical Chemist 60-80% (m/f/d)
The central laboratory, which offers a wide range of analytical-chemical methods and provides precise data for the research units, is looking for a
In this role, you will make a significant contribution to ensuring a reliable and high-quality laboratory operation in the WSL central laboratory. You support the research units through precise analyses of soil, plant, and water samples, thereby making an important contribution to the quality and reproducibility of scientific results. Your tasks include proper sample processing, development and optimization of analytical methods, as well as careful documentation according to ISO 17025. You ensure compliance with quality standards and support the team in further developing efficient laboratory processes.
You have completed laboratory technician training (e.g., chemical laboratory technician EFZ) or equivalent. Several years of practical experience in analytical chemistry, preferably in method development, distinguish you. You work in a structured, quality-conscious manner and are familiar with the procedures in a research-oriented laboratory. Good English skills, both spoken and written, complete your profile. Team orientation, resilience, and clear communication are also among your strengths.
Please send your complete application to Jeanine Gehrig, Human Resources WSL, by submitting the required documents via our application portal. Applications by e-mail or postal mail will not be considered. For questions, Dr. Sandra Baur is available at Tel. +41 (0)44 739 23 04. Diversity and inclusion are lived values at WSL. We are committed to gender equality and promoting an open and inclusive working environment.
