République et Canton de Neuchâtel
Peseux
Laboratory Manager
- 23 July 2026
- 100%
- Peseux
Job summary
Join SENE's DDTE unit, leading lab activities in Peseux! Enjoy a collaborative environment with ISO 17025 accreditation.
Tasks
- Manage laboratory operations and support analytical chemistry tasks.
- Plan sampling campaigns and organize analysis programs effectively.
- Oversee lab maintenance, procurement, and staff training for six personnel.
Skills
- Master's in chemistry or equivalent with 5+ years lab experience.
- Strong managerial skills for effective lab administration.
- Fluent in French and familiar with German for team collaboration.
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About the job
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Department:DDTEEntity:Energy and Environment Service (SENE) - Water and Soil SectionActivities:Attached to the "Water and Soil" section, you manage, with the support of the section head, all laboratory activities, accredited ISO 17025, mainly in the field of analytical chemistry.You confidently use database management systems (DBMS) and create software interfaces to harmonise the different environments.
You also plan and prepare various sampling campaigns and organise the analysis programmes accordingly.
Furthermore, you manage the laboratory for equipment purchases and maintenance, infrastructure upkeep, as well as for the training and development of its staff (6 people).
Finally, your skills position you as the key contact person for various internal and external entities.
Desired profile:Holder of a master’s degree in chemistry or an equivalent qualification, you have at least five years’ experience in laboratory work.Additionally, your managerial qualities enable you to administer the laboratory and its personnel.
Finally, you are proficient in French, both spoken and written, and also have knowledge of German to integrate into the various specialist groups at the national level.
Workplace:PeseuxStarting date:Application deadline:13 August 2026Information:All applications must be sent exclusively to the human resources department and not to the recruiting departmentIf you wish to take on this challenge, please apply online by attaching your complete file (cover letter, CV, diplomas and work certificates).
