Team Leader, Inorganic Analytics (Chemistry/Engineering) | Teamleitung (Techniker/in, Bachelor, Ingenieur/in) im Bereich anorganische Analytik

LANUK NRW Recklinghausen

Duisburg, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Dec 16, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves leading the Ion Chromatography and Sum Parameter (AOX, TOC, DOC, TNb) working areas within the Inorganic Analytics section at LANUK Duisburg. The Team Leader is responsible for the technical direction of the team, ensuring high quality and accuracy in environmental monitoring, particularly water and solid analysis. Day-to-day tasks include developing and validating analytical methods, implementing quality assurance measures, coordinating routine analysis, and approving results in the laboratory data system. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Chemistry or a related field, or possesses equivalent technical qualifications (e.g., State-Certified Technician) coupled with substantial professional experience in instrumental inorganic water analysis. This is an attractive opportunity for professionals seeking a meaningful, sustainable career within a public authority, offering flexible working hours and comprehensive benefits.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Bachelor or FH Diploma) in Chemistry or a comparable, suitable scientific field, or qualification for the higher technical civil service, or State-Certified Technician in Chemistry/Environmental Protection Technology.

Experience

  • Professional experience in instrumental inorganic water analysis, specifically determination of Sum Parameters (AOX, TOC, DOC, TNb)
  • Minimum 4 years of relevant professional experience (required for State-Certified Technicians)
  • Experience in Ion Chromatography (advantageous)
  • Experience in validation and/or method development (advantageous)
  • Experience in technical coordination of a team

Languages

German (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Civil service eligibility (Laufbahnbefähigung) for the higher technical service (Laufbahngruppe 2, first entry level) is an alternative qualification path.