Lab Technician - Stage 1 Analytical - 80 to 100%

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Eurofins IES AG in Witterswil, Switzerland, is hiring a Lab Technician for Stage 1 Analytical (80–100% on-site) to conduct GLP compliant environmental fate studies using LC-MS/MS and high‑resolution LC-MS, prepare solutions, extract and analyze samples, and present results in Excel. A completed lab technician apprenticeship or a BSc in Chemistry or Biology is required, with agrochemical, chemical or pharmaceutical experience a plus. The team values flexibility, initiative and collaboration, and English is essential with German or French a plus. Benefits include onboarding with mentors, flexible hours, development opportunities, and a modern lab. To apply, tailor your CV to GLP and LC‑MS experience and apply online in under five minutes; questions to Arpitha Vasudev.

Company Description

The Eurofins Agroscience Group is one of Europe's leading Contract Research Organisation service providers. We conduct field and laboratory studies to determine the safety of new substances and organisms (e.g. microbials) for humans and the environment, as well as their effectiveness. We are experts in conducting global field and laboratory studies in accordance with GEP and GLP, exposure assessment studies, ecotoxicology, product chemistry, testing of physicochemical properties, and environmental fate and metabolism studies.

In addition, we support our customers in every phase of the regulatory approval process. Our in-house team of regulatory experts works together with our network of field stations, laboratories, and partners.

Eurofins IES AG is a Swiss company located near Basel, right at the crossroads of France. Since our founding in 2008, we’ve grown to become a mid-size company. Our expertise spans several specialist fields, including environmental fate, aquatic ecotoxicology, animal and crop metabolism, and analytical chemistry. We’re passionate about advancing scientific research and providing reliable, high-quality testing services.

Our location and the expertise required from our employees has allowed the company to grow into a successful, multicultural organisation. The IES management team is also composed of scientists, and science is at the heart of all the decisions we take. Over the past 15 years IES has conducted thousands of studies across different service areas.

Job Description

• Conduct of laboratory screening studies to investigate the Environmental Fate of agrochemical research candidates in soil, water and sediment
• Preparation of stock, application and calibration solutions
• Preparation of the study samples and application of the test chemicals
• Extraction, preparation and analysis of samples by LC-MS/MS and high-resolution LC-MS
• Calculation and presentation of results in the form of Excel spreadsheets
• Evaluation of LCMS data for potential metabolites formed during the studies
• General Laboratory and administrative tasks according to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

Qualifications

• Successful apprenticeship as lab technician or BSc in Chemistry; Biology or a related subject
• Experience within the agrochemical, chemical or pharmaceutical industry, research institute or in a GLP-certified CRO would be of advantage
• Well-organized, flexible in work assignment and work schedule
• Team spirit, high level of commitment and willingness to learn
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills
• Fluency in spoken and written English is essential. German and/or French are of advantage

Additional Information

• Working environment: Flat hierarchies, short decision-making processes, and a friendly working atmosphere with modern working environment with the great laboratory infrastructure and state-of-the-art analytical equipment.

• Onboarding: A comprehensive onboarding and induction program with mentors and buddies to help you get off to a smooth start.

• Work-life balance: Through flexible working hours and opportunities for mobile working when applicable.

• Get-togethers & events: Company parties and team events.

• Catering: Free coffee and water dispensers, availability variety of food truck

• Development opportunities: Development discussions and the opportunity for individual and regular further training, as well as the chance to pursue a variety of career paths within the Eurofins Group.

• Attractive benefits: company pension scheme, free language courses, subsidized yoga course and free parking.

If we have sparked your interest, please apply using our online form in less than 5 minutes by clicking on the “Apply now!” button. 

If you have any questions, Arpitha Vasudev (HR Manager Agroscience Europe) will be happy to assist you at [email protected].