For our client in the greater Bern area we are looking for a
Organic Chemistry Technician
Your tasks:
- Support the Admixtures Global R&D with the evaluation of new admixture products and developments for cement-based materials
- Support the organic synthesis team in the preparation and production of novel polymers and chemicals in the field of construction chemicals
- Prepare samples and formulations, perform laboratory experiments, record accurately the data, compile technical reports in defined format, suggest next steps and new experiments
- Write SOPs and train additional laboratory personnel
- Responsible of maintenance, calibration and basic troubleshooting of equipment, interaction with suppliers
- Participate and support joint projects with other R&D Areas (construction products, cement products)
- Support the laboratories activities and organisation related to chemical/admixtures management and handling
- Working in a multidisciplinary environment, keeping up and switch between different tasks and projects, communicate with other areas
- Expedient in adapting to changes
Your profile:
- Bachelor’s degree or apprenticeship in chemistry or apprenticeship in building/construction with knowledge of polymer chemistry and/or synthesis
- Experience in polymer synthesis and analytical chemistry and techniques (GPC, FT-IR, H/UPLC, GC, MS) is required
- Experience with testing methods of chemicals in cementitious systems (Mortar Rheology, Calorimetry, Concrete testing) is a clear advantage
- Ability to work in teams and in various project simultaneously
- Well organized
- Good communication and writing skills in English (other language skills are a plus)