Chemical Laboratory Technician (Water Laboratory) | Chemielaborantin / Chemielaborant (m/w/d)

Bundesanstalt f. Geowissensch u. Rohstoffe (BGR)

Hannover, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Sep 18, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is for a Chemical Laboratory Technician specializing in water analysis within the Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (BGR). The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting inorganic analysis of aqueous samples for main and trace elements using techniques such as ICP-OES, ion chromatography, and photometry. Key duties also include sample preparation, quality assurance, implementing lab safety concepts, and assisting in the training of new laboratory technicians. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a central geoscientific advisory institution of the German federal government, providing a stable, full-time, and permanent contract with opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training as a Chemical Laboratory Technician

Experience

  • Professional experience in inorganic analysis of water and/or solid samples (e.g., with ICP-OES and ion chromatography)
  • Professional experience in water and solid sample preparation
  • Professional experience in laboratory quality assurance
  • Professional experience in laboratory safety (desirable)
  • Professional experience with a federal authority or federal departmental research institution (desirable)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Not specified