Apprentice Physiklaborant/in (Schwerpunkt Werkstoffe) (a) — Empa
- Location
- Dübendorf
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 84 days ago
Role overview
Materials science and technology are our passion.
Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain.
Apprentice physics laboratory (focus on materials) (a) For August 2027, we offer a challenging training place in a fascinating research environment.
- Materials science and technology are our passion.
- Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain.
- With our cutting-edge research, Empa’s approximately 1,100 employees make decisive contributions to the benefit of society for a future worth living in.
What the company offers
- With our cutting-edge research, Empa’s approximately 1,100 employees make decisive contributions to the benefit of society for a future worth living in.
Application process
- Incoming applications will be reviewed in mid-July 2026.
- If you have progressed, a first meeting will take place for you in July / August.
- If you haven't had a chance to sniff at Empa yet, we'll invite you to approx.
- In mid-September to get to know the team and the tasks.
- Further information on the teaching of Empa can be found in our factsheet.
- We offer an exciting training with the latest technology.
- Empa with its extensive campus is a lively and innovative research environment with an international flair and excellent employment conditions in the agglomeration of Zurich. “a” stands for “all” in our job advertisements.
- We live a culture of inclusion and respect.
Contacts
- Applications by e-mail or by post will not be considered.
Additional details
- The versatile and exciting tasks in an international environment guarantee young people with an interest in physics, materials, chemistry, technology and electronics an exciting and versatile teaching. Your core tasks include:
- Secondary School A with very good performance in the natural sciences, mathematics and linguistic subjects The visit of the BMS is supported
Notes and original content
- The versatile and exciting tasks in an international environment guarantee young people with an interest in physics, materials, chemistry, technology and electronics an exciting and versatile teaching.
- Your core tasks include:
- Secondary School A with very good performance in the natural sciences, mathematics and linguistic subjects
- The visit of the BMS is supported
Questions about this listing
What salary does Empa offer for this role?
Empa lists CHF 62'000 - 94'000 gross per year for this position in Dübendorf. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Empa offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Empa during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Empa?
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