Chemical Laboratory Technician*in Radioanalytics Environment 80%

Villigen PSI

Key information

Publication date:11 December 2025
Workload:80%
Contract type:Permanent position
Place of work:Villigen PSI

Job summary

The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is Switzerland's largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences. Join a collaborative environment focused on sustainable solutions and personal growth.

Tasks

Conduct regular sampling tours for environmental monitoring.
Analyze environmental, food, and material samples.
Prepare quarterly and annual environmental monitoring reports.

Skills

Chemistry laboratory qualification and several years of lab experience.
Experience in analytical chemistry and trace analysis.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and LIMS.

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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 central 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.

For the Radioanalytics Environment group, we are looking for a

Your tasks

Conducting regular sampling tours as part of environmental monitoring and emissions accounting
Analysis and evaluation of environmental samples, as well as food and material samples
Preparation of quarterly and annual reports on environmental monitoring
Routine analyses of incorporation samples
Supervision and quality assurance of analytical instruments
Maintenance of sampling equipment installed in the field
Working in monitoring and control areas

Your profile

Professional qualification as a chemical laboratory technician and several years of laboratory experience
Valid category B driving license
Experience in analytical chemistry, trace analysis, and operation of analytical instruments
Independent and responsible working style
Good user skills with Microsoft Office
Knowledge of laboratory databases (LIMS) is an advantage

We offer

Our institute is based on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. In addition to systematic onboarding, you benefit from individual development opportunities and our pronounced continuing education culture. 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 inquiries, please contact Dr. Martin Heule, Tel. +41 56 310 31 52.

We look forward to receiving your online application by January 11, 2026 for the position of Chemical Laboratory Technician*in (Index No. 9622-01).

Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Luca Simen, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland

www.psi.ch