Laboratory Analyst in environmental analysis

Ref 2587769 | Date: 28 Oct 2026 Federal Administration Laboratory Analyst in environmental analysis (80 - 100 %) Posieux, Switzerland | 80-100% | What you can contribute * Analysis of agricultural environmental samples (water, soil, plants, farm fertilizer) aimed at determining stable isotopes, nutrients, and organic pollutants (pesticides, veterinary medicines) using isotope ratio mass spectrometry, ion chromatography, continuous flow analysis, and liquid chromatography-triple quadrupole mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) * Autonomous prioritization of laboratory work based on pending task lists, or in consultation with the scientific collaborators of the research group * Quality assurance and analytical control * Maintenance and servicing of analytical instruments * Carrying out specialized analyses as part of research projects, as well as missions and replacements in other laboratories within the MEA competence area * Supervision of apprentices, interns, and persons performing civil service, management of the Userlab, integration of new collaborators within the research group What makes you unique * Completed training as a laboratory analyst in chemistry CFC, chemistry orientation * Experience in routine analyses in the aforementioned fields (from sample collection to communication of results) * Autonomous, meticulous, and systematic way of working * Person capable of working in a team, communicative and motivated * Proficiency in main MS Office software, knowledge of laboratory information management systems, ability to quickly familiarize yourself with various software related to the instruments * Good knowledge of two official languages and English In a few words You want to identify the various pollutants present in the agricultural environment and thus contribute to sustainable agriculture? In that case, do not hesitate to send us your application dossier. What we offer * Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and to the well-being of the population. * Diversity every day We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different points of view. * Health at work We assist and advise our collaborators on all questions related to physical or mental health. [All benefits](< >) A good diet, a healthy environment Agroscope is the competence center of the Confederation for research in the fields of agriculture and the food industry. The researchers carry out their activities at various sites in Switzerland. The headquarters is located in Berne-Liebefeld (from 2026: Posieux FR). Agroscope is attached to the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAER. Additional information The Environmental Analytical Chemistry research group offers support in terms of chemical analyses to Agroscope researchers. In addition, it contributes to a better understanding of the evolution and fate of substances in the anthroposphere, agriculture and the environment by developing methods and conducting its own research projects. Its target analytes range from heavy metals to organic micropollutants and microplastics. Questions about the position Thomas Bucheli Head of the research group jpidf0882c9jm jpit1044jm jpiy26jm