Apprentice Laboratory Technician in Chemistry

About the job

Debiopharm is an independent biopharmaceutical company based in Switzerland. Mainly active in oncology and infectious diseases, Debiopharm aims to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Debiopharm Research & Manufacturing SA, based in Martigny, is a pharmaceutical research, development, and production company equipped with GMP-compliant facilities certified by major regulatory authorities. As the group's center of expertise in therapeutic chemistry, the company is the world leader in injectable products based on polylactic-co-glycolic acid (PLGA).

Are you interested in the field of chemistry? Have you completed your compulsory schooling? Are you motivated by this apprenticeship and eager to learn?

Then join Debiopharm Research & Manufacturing S.A. in Martigny as a:

APPRENTICE LABORATORY TECHNICIAN IN CHEMISTRY

We offer you:

• A comprehensive and practical training in various laboratories, including analytical chemistry, synthesis, and bioanalysis.

• The chance to work on diverse projects, ranging from innovative research to GMP laboratory experiments.
• The opportunity to handle chemical and biological samples, learn to analyze data and interpret results, while receiving training on essential hygiene and safety rules in the laboratory.
• An environment where you can learn from passionate specialists and participate in concrete projects alongside motivated teams.

What we are looking for:

• You have completed your compulsory schooling with good results.
• You appreciate science and mathematics.
• You have an interest in laboratory work.
• You are rigorous and meticulous and have a good sense of organization, discipline, and precision.
• You enjoy working within a team.
• You are curious and motivated to discover new techniques and to work with molecules used in medicines.

Additional Information:

• Duration: 3 years in collaboration with the Intercantonal School of Chemistry (EPIC) in Monthey.
• Semesters 1 to 3: you will be full-time at EPIC, with 2 days of theory and 3 days of practice.
• Semesters 4 to 6: you will work in the company and attend 1 day of classes per week at EPIC.

Have we sparked your interest?

We look forward to receiving your application!

• Start date: August 2026.
• A cover letter with your Curriculum Vitae and a copy of your school reports from the last years of study.
• Internship certificates, diplomas, or certificates if you have any.
• Application deadline: November 25, 2025.
• An internship will be organized for selected candidates.