Diagnostic Laboratory Technician
- 10 November 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Chur
About the job
The only trilingual canton in Switzerland is diverse in its economic, cultural and political profile. With an area of 7106 km², Graubünden is the largest canton in Switzerland and with 150 valleys, 615 lakes, 140 tourist resorts and countless days of sunshine per year, it offers a high quality of life. The cantonal administration of Graubünden is as diverse as our landscape.
Diagnostic Laboratory Technician
Veterinary and Food Office / DEPS | 80-100 % | Chur
From PCR to the anatomy table: every day is different with us!
In our veterinary diagnostic laboratory, we make an important contribution to animal health and the monitoring of epizootics in the cantons of Graubünden and Glarus, and beyond.
ELISA, molecular biology, microbiology, parasitology and pathology: with us you do not always deal with the same tasks, but contribute in various specialist areas. In our small, close-knit team, you will find varied tasks, a high degree of individual responsibility and a collegial working environment.
For the Veterinary and Food Office, we are looking for a veterinary diagnostic laboratory technician for 1 May 2027 or by agreement.
- Performing and evaluating diagnostic tests in the fields of serology (ELISA), molecular biology (PCR), microbiology and parasitology
- Assisting with anatomical pathology examinations and autopsies
- Independent handling of samples, from receipt to recording of results
- Contributing to quality assurance and the further development of our quality management system
- Maintenance of laboratory equipment
- Assisting in the optimisation and further development of diagnostic methods and laboratory procedures
- Variety instead of routine: with us you do not work in a single area, but operate across the entire field of veterinary diagnostics.
- A small and close-knit team: we support each other, aim for simple and direct collaboration and appreciate short decision-making processes.
- Individual responsibility and active participation: your ideas are welcome and you have the opportunity to actively contribute to the organisation of our work processes.
- A job that makes a difference: through your work you contribute directly to animal health and the fight against epizootics.
- Professional development: we support you in expanding your specialist knowledge and learning new methods.
- An attractive workplace: your workplace is located in the Alpine town of Chur, which combines an urban atmosphere with proximity to the mountains and offers countless opportunities for sports activities and nature experiences in all seasons.
- Completed training as a laboratory technician in biology AFC, biomedical analysis technician SSS, bachelor in biomedical laboratory diagnostics or equivalent training
- Ideally experience in laboratory diagnostics, but it is not necessary to already master all our methods
- Independent, accurate and reliable working method
- Enjoyment in performing varied tasks and interest in acquiring new knowledge
- Team spirit, flexibility and willingness to occasionally perform tasks outside your specialist area
- Interest in veterinary medicine topics
We look forward to receiving your online application and would be pleased to get to know you.
If you have any specialist questions, Dr. med. vet. Jon Paulin Zumthor and Dr. med. vet. Sophie Peterhans are happy to assist you at telephone numbers 081 257 26 74 and 081 257 24 13.
Application deadline: 6 December 2026
