Chemical Technician or Laboratory Assistant | Chemietechniker, Chemielaborant oder CTA (m/w/d)

DVGW - Technologiezentrum Wasser

Karlsruhe, Baden, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Feb 16, 2026
Full-time
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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

Not specified

Additional

  • The position is initially limited to a two-year contract with the intention of permanent employment. Location is in Karlsruhe, Germany.