EAWAG Dübendorf, Eidg. Anstalt für Wasser-, Abwasserreinigung & Gewässerschutz
Dübendorf
Apprenticeship as Laboratory Technician EFZ, Specialising in Biology
- 01 August 2026
- 100%
- Apprenticeship
- Dübendorf
Job summary
Eawag is the ETH Domain's international water research institute. Join a dynamic research environment focused on water and ecosystems.
Tasks
- Engage in hands-on biology experiments and research.
- Learn various biological methods and participate in field sampling.
- Collaborate with different teams on diverse projects.
Skills
- Completion of Sek A with strong performance in relevant subjects.
- Interest in biology and practical laboratory work.
- Teamwork, reliability, and problem-solving skills.
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About the job
Apprenticeship as Laboratory Technician EFZ, Specialising in Biology
Your apprenticeship – more than just a laboratory
Your apprenticeship – because you are fascinated by biology and research
Your apprenticeship – because you enjoy practical work
Your apprenticeship – because science could be your future
Are you interested in biology, want to work in a laboratory and experience real research at the same time? Do you want to discover new things, work practically and get to know different areas? Then your path at Eawag could be just right.
Start your apprenticeship as a Laboratory Technician EFZ, specialising in Biology in Dübendorf in August 2027.
Your apprenticeship – your entry into the diversity of the working world
What to expect with us
Your everyday life is varied and practical. With us, you will work in the laboratory on exciting research projects to better understand organisms and their habitats, biological processes, and the resource water. You will also go on sampling trips outdoors in nature and learn microbiological, molecular biological and environmental toxicological methods.
During your 3-year training, you will gain insight into various research areas of biology. You will rotate between different teams and get to know the latest laboratory equipment and working methods.
What you bring with you
- Secondary level A with good grades
- Interest in biology and nature and enjoyment of practical work
- Motivation to learn new things and take responsibility
- Team spirit and independence
- Manual dexterity and careful working method
- Patience, perseverance and reliability
- Good powers of observation and abstract thinking and imagination
Why Eawag
Because it is important to us that you can contribute your strengths, develop yourself and work in a motivated environment. Because we support and accompany you throughout your apprenticeship. Because your apprenticeship should be exciting, varied and meaningful.
Sounds like you? Then we look forward to your application. Show us who you are – we are excited to meet you.
For more information, please contact Denise Freudemann, email Denise.Freudemann@eawag.ch or telephone 058 765 67 78. Information about training at our research institute can also be found at http://www.eawag.ch/de/lehre/berufsbildung .
