Mettler Toledo
Urdorf
Chemist 80%
- 08 September 2026
- 80%
- Permanent position
About the job
About Mettler ToledoMETTLER TOLEDO is a world-leading provider of precision instruments and services. In laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retail applications, we are known for innovation and quality. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in around 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com .
Your Responsibilities
Process Analytics (MTPRO) is a division within the METTLER TOLEDO Group and a leading provider of field instruments for the analysis of liquids and gases in the process industry. At our headquarters in Urdorf, we develop and produce high-quality sensors for controlling production processes, which we sell worldwide through our own market organisations.
Within MTPRO, "PO Ingold" develops and produces sensors for process analytics and control in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries, biotechnology, and the food industry. The portfolio includes, among others, pH, dissolved oxygen, dissolved CO2, conductivity, and turbidity.
Our R&D department consists of four teams, each with a specific technology focus. The position advertised here is part of the Single-Use Sensor Team, which is involved in developing new single-use sensors and sensor technologies for biotechnology as well as maintaining the existing single-use product portfolio. To strengthen the team, we are looking for a structured and solution-oriented individual as
Chemist 80%
for development projects in the area of our sensors for the biopharmaceutical industry. Besides participating in sensor development, the role particularly includes taking on the function of Dangerous Goods Officer and being the contact person for chemical safety at the site.
In this role, you will undertake the following tasks:
- Testing and characterising process sensors under laboratory and application conditions
- Developing test cases and test plans for verification and validation of sensor developments as well as evaluating and documenting test results
- Assuming the role of Dangerous Goods Officer and contact person for chemical safety questions at the site (approx. 20%)
- Supporting sensor development through prototype manufacturing, planning and preparing experimental setups, data collection, and data analysis
- Maintenance and calibration of equipment
- Completed university of applied sciences degree in chemistry, biotechnology, or a similar field
- Completed training as a Dangerous Goods Officer according to GGBV is an advantage
- Solid experience in the safe handling of chemicals and laboratory processes
- Knowledge of various analytical techniques (pH, ion-selective electrodes) and ideally experience with bioreactors
- Experience in chemical safety and/or as a Dangerous Goods Officer is an advantage
- Careful and methodical working style
- Depending on the position, we offer flexible working hours with a hybrid working model and attractive training opportunities
- We have a 40-hour week with at least 25 days of holiday plus 4 - 7 bridge days per year
- Free parking spaces and a workplace with direct public transport connection are available
- In our own METTLER TOLEDO staff restaurant, we offer our employees healthy and subsidised meals
- You can expect a dynamic, innovation-driven corporate culture where team spirit, personal development, and passion for excellence are central.
- Additionally, there are other attractive benefits such as various contributions to sports activities, etc.
You will face challenging, varied, and diverse tasks in an innovative and international environment, with the opportunity to network globally and realise your next career goal
Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application documents via our job portal.
Please note that due to our data protection policies, we do not accept application documents by email, only applications submitted via our job platform. Furthermore, we are currently not accepting applications from recruitment agencies for this position.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition Team at ta-ch@mt.com
Equal Opportunity
We promote equal opportunity worldwide and value diversity in our teams regarding work experience, field of expertise, gender, and ethnic background. More information about our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity can be found here .
