Laboratory Technician

Oxyle is a multi-award winning Swiss based cleantech start-up founded in 2020. Our mission is to protect the health of our precious bodies of water by eliminating discharge of persistent and toxic micropollutants like pesticides, hormones, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals at their source, using our efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable water treatment technology. Our game-changing solution removes organic contaminants from wastewater without filtering, absorbing, or generating secondary waste and will revolutionize the wastewater treatment sector.

The opportunity

We are a passionate and dynamic team, committed towards protecting the health of our precious bodies of water. We are seeking an experienced lab technician with strong skills in advanced analytics and lab organization. An ideal candidate will maintain our lab infrastructure, implement safe working practices, and analyze water samples to produce high-quality data. Working closely with our team of specialists, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge to contribute towards developing a high-impact product on the market that promotes multiple sustainability goals. You will be a part of a sustainable company with a vision of creating a positive impact on our environment.

Do you want to be a part of the exciting cleantech start-up culture? Do you want to develop professionally in a fast-growing multidisciplinary team? Do you want to make an impact by eliminating discharge of toxic pollutants into our environment? If yes, we would be delighted to get to know you!

Your key responsibilities

• Plan, execute, evaluate, document the trace analysis on state-of-the-art equipment (i.e. LC-HRMS).


• Conduct routine physio-chemical analyses for quality control of water samples (COD, BOD, pH, Electrical conductivity, dissolved oxygen, total organic carbon, color, solids).


• Prepare analytical and method validation reports and develop standardized protocols.


• Operate, calibrate, care, and maintain analytical equipment.


• Organize and enforce the QHSE practices (safety guidelines, SOPs, protocols).


• Manage the handling of dangerous goods/chemicals and chemical inventory.


• Train new and current team members on laboratory best practices and analytical protocols.

What you need to bring to the role

• Lab technician training / diploma / BSc with a background in chemistry (i.e. Berufslehre, HF, ETH or similar).


• 3+ years professional experience as a laboratory technician/chemist with consumables management.


• Extensive experience in analytical procedures for trace analysis (LC-MS) and enrichment methods (SPE) of aqueous samples.


• 2+ years of demonstrated HSE (health, safety, environment) experience in the chemical/environmental industry, with a focus on dangerous goods management (‘Gefahrenstoffverantwortlicher’).


• Fluent in spoken and written English (fluency in German is a plus).


• Experience with lab management system (i.e. LIMS) and ISO 17025 procedures is a plus.


• Meticulous attention to details and focus on reliability in the workplace.


• Team-player and impact-driven person with passion for innovation.


• Independent, proactive person with analytical thinking.


• Strong understanding of laboratory safety practices.


• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks to meet internal and external deadlines.


• Hands-on approach to solving problems and complex tasks in a creative and organized manner.


• Eager to work in a dynamic and challenging start-up environment.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Your mindset

• Meticulous attention to details and focus on reliability in the workplace.


• Team-player and impact-driven person with passion for innovation.


• Independent, proactive person with analytical thinking.


• Strong understanding of laboratory safety practices.


• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks to meet internal and external deadlines.


• Hands-on approach to solving problems and complex tasks in a creative and organized manner.


• Eager to work in a dynamic and challenging start-up environment.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What we offer

• Entrepreneurial company with a non-hierarchical mindset.


• A passionate and international team where you can move the needle to create a sustainable impact.


• A welcoming workplace with people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.


• Open work culture where your inputs, individuality, and concerns are always taken into consideration.


• Flexible and trust-based working hours with the comfort of working from home when needed.


• High exposure and directly working with senior management.


• Opportunity to help you develop valuable soft skills.


• 25 days paid annual holidays.


• Winter Recharger.


• Team events and team building activities throughout the year.


• Office happy hours, lounge room and open terrace with a great view to relax and unwind.


• Public transport subsidies.


• Generous retirement plan.