Chemical Laboratory Technician 60-100%
Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI)
Villigen PSI
Key information
- Publication date:09 July 2025
- Workload:60 – 100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Villigen PSI
Job summary
The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is Switzerland's largest research facility. Join a dynamic team addressing key societal challenges through innovative research.
Tasks
- Produce and chemically separate radionuclides for various applications.
- Support automation and engineering of (radio)chemical processes.
- Manage and maintain the radiochemical laboratory infrastructure.
Skills
- Completed training as a chemical laboratory technician or equivalent.
- Experience in chemical or radiochemical laboratory settings.
- Strong interest in research and development with good communication skills.
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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 areas of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation, and fundamental natural sciences. Through basic and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for central questions from society, science, and the economy. The training of young people is a central concern of PSI. Therefore, about a quarter of our employees are postdocs, doctoral candidates, or trainees. In total, PSI employs 2300 staff members.
The Center for Radiopharmaceutical Sciences at PSI and ETH Zurich ( https://www.psi.ch/de/crs & https://radiopharmaceutical-science.ethz.ch/ ) develops substances for nuclear medicine imaging and cancer therapy.
As part of a larger research project - supported by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) - we are looking for a research-oriented, highly motivated, and flexible individual starting November 1, 2025, or by agreement:
Your Tasks
- Production and chemical separation of radionuclides
- Participation in the automation and engineering implementation of (radio)chemical processes
- Establishment and further development of infrastructure for radionuclide production
- Maintenance and support of equipment and laboratory infrastructure
- Organization and management of the radiochemical laboratory
- Support for preclinical and planned clinical studies
Your Profile
- Completed training as a chemical laboratory technician EFZ or a university degree in chemistry or a related field
- Professional experience in a chemical or radiochemical laboratory
- Interest in research and development as well as enthusiasm for scientific questions
- Willingness to actively and responsibly participate in laboratory operations
- Flexibility, versatility, and high motivation to work on competitive research projects
- Willingness to work in an environment with ionizing radiation
- Radiation protection training level B or C (e.g., K420, K440, K875) is an advantage
- Good German and English skills (spoken and written)
- Proficient use of standard software and laboratory IT systems
We Offer
Our institute is based on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. In addition to systematic onboarding, you will benefit from individual development opportunities and our pronounced continuing education culture. For concerns regarding the optimal balance between work and family or personal interests, we support you with modern employment conditions and facilities on site.
The employment is initially limited to 2 years, with the prospect of extension.
For professional inquiries, please contact Prof. Roger Schibli, Tel. +41 56 310 28 37.
We look forward to your online application by August 31, 2025 for the position as Chemical Laboratory Technician 60-100% (Reference number 2215-03).
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Luca Simen, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
