Chemical Technician or Laboratory Assistant | Chemietechniker, Chemielaborant oder CTA (m/w/d)
DVGW - Technologiezentrum Wasser
Job Summary
This role is based within the Water Chemistry department at TZW, one of the world's leading water institutes. As a Chemical Technician or Laboratory Assistant, you will be responsible for the critical pre-treatment of solid samples, which includes crushing, grinding, sieving, and drying materials for further laboratory analysis. You will also prepare aqueous shake eluates and perform accompanying analytics, ensuring all steps are digitally documented and evaluated. This position offers the opportunity to work in modern laboratories with a high degree of autonomy while contributing to sustainable water supply solutions. The role is attractive due to its flexible working hours, mobile work options, and a secure position within a non-profit institute that follows public sector collective agreements (TV-L), including annual bonuses and company pension schemes. It is an ideal environment for a detail-oriented professional looking to apply environmental analytical skills in a collaborative, mission-driven atmosphere.
Required Skills
Education
Completed vocational training as a Chemical Technician, Chemical Laboratory Assistant, or Chemical-Technical Assistant (CTA).
Experience
- Practical experience in the field of environmental analysis
- Experience in sample pre-treatment techniques such as grinding, sieving, and weighing
- Professional experience in digital documentation and evaluation of laboratory processes
- Proven ability to work independently and manage complex organizational tasks
Languages
Additional
- The position is initially limited to a two-year contract with the intention of permanent employment. Location is in Karlsruhe, Germany.
More Jobs from DVGW - Technologiezentrum Wasser
Head of Water Chemistry (Chemist) | Chemiker als Leiter Wasserchemie (m/w/d)
Dec 12, 2025
This is a pivotal leadership opportunity for an experienced Chemist to join a leading global water i...
Head of Water Chemistry Department | Leiter der Abteilung Wasserchemie m/w/d
Dec 11, 2025
This senior leadership role involves shaping the future of water supply at TZW, one of the world's l...
Chemist and Head of Water Chemistry Department | Chemiker (m/w/d)
Dec 10, 2025
This is a key leadership role at one of the world's leading water institutes, focusing on shaping th...