Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI)
Villigen PSI
Technician for Post-Processing of Radioactive Materials
- 02 July 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Villigen PSI
Job summary
The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is Switzerland's largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences. Join a dynamic team focused on sustainable solutions for energy, climate, and health.
Tasks
- Oversee operation and maintenance of Hotcell-6 for radioactive waste.
- Manage a shielded box and control high-active liquids inside.
- Create documentation and maintain sample/waste records.
Skills
- Technical education (FH level) and experience in decontamination.
- Excellent communication skills in German and English.
- Team-oriented individual with radiation protection training.
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About the job
The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences in Switzerland. At PSI, we conduct cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation, as well as the fundamentals of nature. Through basic and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for key questions from society, science, and the economy. The education of young people is a central concern of PSI. Therefore, about a quarter of our employees are postdoctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, or apprentices. In total, PSI employs 2300 staff members.
For the Post-Processing of Radioactive Materials (NRM) group of the Hot Laboratory department, we are looking for a
Your tasks
- Responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and documentation of Hot Cell 6 for conditioning the highly active solid waste of the Hot Laboratory
- Responsibility for the operation and maintenance of a shielded box as well as monitoring the highly active liquids contained therein
- Preparation of the required documentation (instructions, reports, declarations) and management of sample/waste accounting
- General operational tasks in the Hot Laboratory (decontamination, dismantling, conditioning, maintenance of glove boxes, and storage of consumables)
- Manufacture of workpieces according to order
- Support in the setup and operation of a decontamination station or decontamination room
Your profile
- Completed technical education (FH level)
- Open, communicative personality who enjoys working in a team
- Training and further education in radiation protection
- Experience in dismantling and decontamination
- Confident communication in German and English (spoken and written)
We offer
Our institute is based on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. In addition to systematic induction, you will benefit from individual development opportunities and our strong culture of continuing education. For concerns regarding the optimal balance of work and family or personal interests, we support you with modern employment conditions and on-site facilities.
For technical enquiries, please contact Helena Loner Schenker, Tel. +41 56 310 35 73.
We look forward to receiving your online application for the position of Technician for Post-Processing of Radioactive Materials (Index No. 4303-28027).
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Adrian Kirsch, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
