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Climeworks operates a newly built, state-of-the-art laboratory equipped with advanced instrumentation for analytics, synthesis, wet chemistry, and materials characterization. The Lab Technician will support the development and characterization of sorbent materials through advanced analytical techniques and reliable lab operations.
Job Responsibility
Conduct routine isotherm measurements, including sample preparation
Develop, refine, and implement advanced analytical methods and new measurement technologies
Maintain, calibrate, validate and troubleshoot laboratory instruments
Ensure accurate documentation including maintenance and calibration logs, validation reports, SOPs, and lessons learned
Support general lab operations including inventory management, gas and waste handling, supply ordering, lab organization, cleaning, and HSE walkthroughs
Manage and organize laboratory data, including recording, cleaning, and basic analysis
Apply introductory coding skills (e.g., Python) to support simple data processing tasks
Design and implement interactive dashboards and reports (e.g., Power BI) to visualize laboratory performance, KPIs, and experimental data
Requirements
Apprenticeship as a Chemical Laboratory Technician or a degree in Chemistry or a related field
2–5 years of hands-on laboratory experience in an applied lab environment
Solid experience with analytical methods and routine laboratory operations (e.g., isotherm measurements, porosity characterization, elemental analyses)
Ability to maintain, calibrate, validate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments
Experience in method development and implementation of analytical techniques
Strong documentation and data handling skills
Structured, detail-oriented, and proactive working style with strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
Solid understanding of laboratory safety standards and protocols
Professional proficiency in English
Nice to have
Knowledge of SUVA requirements or comparable laboratory safety regulations
Basic Python or similar coding skills for simple data processing
Advanced coding/scripting or dashboarding skills (e.g. Power BI)
Experience with advanced material characterization or thermal analysis techniques
What we offer
25 paid vacation days every year
public holidays
hybrid work setup
up to 4 weeks of remote work annually within any EU country