Eidgenössisches Institut für Metrologie METAS
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Research Scientist (Physics/Chemistry/Engineering) 80-100% (23 months)
- 13 April 2026
- 80 – 100%
Job summary
Join METAS as a Research Scientist in Physics, Chemistry, or Engineering! This role offers a unique opportunity to impact measurement accuracy.
Tasks
- Develop field calibration procedures for aerosol light absorption.
- Collaborate with air quality networks and organize measurement campaigns.
- Conduct laboratory experiments and publish research results.
Skills
- PhD in physics, chemistry, or engineering with aerosol sciences experience.
- Enthusiastic about interdisciplinary research and hands-on lab work.
- Strong command of English and basic knowledge of German or French.
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About the job
Research Scientist (Physics/Chemistry/Engineering) 80-100% (23 months)
Particles and Aerosols Laboratory | From 1 August 2026 or by arrangement
The Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology METAS is the reference institute for measurements and measuring instruments in Switzerland. To ensure that a litre is always a litre (e.g. when filling up with petrol), METAS carries out calibrations, conformity assessments and consultations for industry, research and administration. Measurement accuracy creates trust, especially at the social and political level, and is essential in many areas: road traffic, electricity billing, time transmission, measurements in the environmental and health sectors, etc. At METAS, different fields of expertise come together and complement each other – and have done so since 1862.
Your new challenge
- Development of field calibration procedures for in situ instruments measuring aerosol light absorption.
- Close collaboration with air quality monitoring networks and industry partners. Organisation of field measurement campaigns.
- Independent execution of laboratory experiments, including data analysis.
- Publication of research results and presentation at scientific conferences.
- Acquisition of third-party funding by writing own research proposals.
Your profile
- PhD in physics, chemistry or engineering and proven experience in aerosol sciences, with a focus on black carbon measurements.
- Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research and hands-on approach in the laboratory
- Outgoing, flexible and team-orientated personality who tackles new challenges with ease
- Sound command of English (oral and written) and basic knowledge of German or French.
What we offer youA diversified job at the interface between industry and research. METAS offers attractive working conditions. Thanks to a wide range of training and further education programmes, our employees keep their finger on the pulse of the latest developments in their field of work. Our team looks forward to working with you!
Your applicationApply directly via the ‘Apply now’ button:
Please send your CV, cover letter and at least one recommendation letter.
If you have any questions please contact:
Dr. Konstantina Vasilatou, Head of Laboratory, E-Mail schreiben, tel. no. +41 58 387 03 82.
