Job Title: Internship as Analytical Trainee (f/m/d)
City, Country: Sisseln, Switzerland
Hybrid/Remote/On Site: Onsite
Do you want to get insight into an industry with huge growth perspectives? Are you interested in a position where you can push scientific principles into productive applications? Do you like to work in a dynamic environment?
Then join our Chemical Process Development Department located in Sisseln, Switzerland. As Intern Analytical Lab Technician (f/m/d) you are an expert in state of the art analytical technologies and will actively participate in innovation in the field of supercritical fluid chromatography and related development activities.
You will find here a highly professional and motivated team, a well-equipped lab and piloting facilities and challenging tasks. The temporary position (12 months) is available as of 1st August 2025 or as per agreement.
At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace. Being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.
Key responsibilities:
* Develop, optimize and assess methods for the analysis of intermediates and final products from biotech and chemical processes with focus on small natural molecules.
* Define, plan and conduct experiments or advice technicians in conducting experiments in the field of analytical method development, especially supercritical fluid chromatography (SFC), applying the appropriate safety procedures.
* Collaborate with scientist to implement analytical methods with focus on SFC in different process development projects and in chemical and biotech production plants.
* Evaluate, analyze, report and present results and conclusions to scientific experts.
* Document the developed methods and train scientists and technicians in using them.
* Generate new expertise and new concepts in the field of analytical technology and actively participate in exchange with academia and internal scientific experts.
* The job combines scientific expertise in analytical technology with production process development and application in complex chemical and biotech production plants.
We offer:
* Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
* An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
* A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
* The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose
* A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome
* A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things
You bring:
* Aducation in chemical science, preferably in analytical technology.
* Sound understanding and application experience of analytical technologies, preferably experience in supercritical fluid chromatography.
* Good understanding of chemical process safety.
* Keen interest and talent in communication, work in interdisciplinary teams and documentation of results in scientific reports.
* Fluent in written and spoken German and English (any other language of advantage).
The application process:
Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal.
Inclusion, Belonging and Equal Opportunities Commitment
At dsm‑firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help – just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.
About dsm-firmenich:
As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world's growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people.
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