Chemielaborant:in für das Lehrlabor — Universität Zürich

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Institute of Chemistry

Job as per 1. January 2027 or by arrangement, perpetual

The Institute of Chemistry of the University of Zurich consists of more than 20 research groups and comprises about 300 employees and students who conduct intensive research and teaching in the fields of life sciences, energy research and other chemical fields. The institute also has a teaching laboratory, where apprentices are trained as laboratory assistants in the EFZ field of chemistry. In addition, external learners are also trained in regular intercompany courses. In cooperation with the head of the teaching laboratory, you supervise and train the learners.

Tasks

• Instruction and supervision of learners in the laboratory (practical tasks with a focus on synthesis, analysis, safety, equipment and logistics)
• Evaluation and discussion of results of practical tasks with the learners
• Imparting practical theory
• Correction and review of laboratory journals
• Compilation, implementation and evaluation of examinations (theoretical and practical examinations)
• Meetings and instructions individually and in groups
• Enforcement of regulations in the teaching laboratory (flag laboratory) and control of compliance with laboratory rules (safety)

Profile

• Completed training as a chemical laboratory:in EFZ + possibly Further education in chemistry
• Basic course for vocational trainers: desired, familiar with the Swiss education system
• several years of professional experience
• solid experience in synthesis and analytical methods
• First experience in methodology/didactics and vocational education
• very good German and good English skills in word and writing
• good knowledge of common software (MS Office range and Chemdraw)
• independent, goal-oriented, forward-thinking, capable of team and conflict, very reliable
• role model and motivator:in for young people
• Joy in dealing with learners is essential
• Convincing, sovereign appearance and an assertive personality

We offer

Our employees benefit from diverse and attractive offers. Find out more at: https://www.uzh.ch/en/explore/work.html

We offer

Reconciliation between work and private life

• Flexible working models (e.g. part-time work, mobile work, job sharing)
• Childcare at the kihz Foundation of UZH and ETH

More Learning and development

• Various further education offers of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
• Language Centre of UZH and ETH Zurich

Food

• Discounted food in the canteens and cafeterias of UZH
• Lunch check card with food contribution from UZH

Health

• Special conditions at the Akademische Sportverband ASVZ
• Free Seasonal Flu Vaccinations
• Relaxation in the Relax Uniturm

Advantages

• Mobility: car sharing, car rental, parking
• Digitalization: devices, programs, mobile subscription

Conditions of employment

• Principles of UZH
• Public employment for most UZH employees

International Services

• Support offers for people from abroad

Locations

• Campus Zurich Center, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
• Locations Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg

Work on UZH As the largest university in Switzerland, the University of Zurich offers a large number of attractive positions in various disciplines and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional profiles for learners, the university offers an inspiring working environment in cutting-edge research and education. Use your talent and skills with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More → https://www.uzh.ch/en/explore/work.html Please apply via our job portal www.jobs.uzh.ch.

Work on UZH

As the largest university in Switzerland, the University of Zurich offers a large number of attractive positions in various disciplines and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional profiles for learners, the university offers an inspiring working environment in cutting-edge research and education. Use your talent and skills with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More