Overview
R&D Lab Technician Bio-Polymer- Full Time - 1 Year - Oberwinterthur, Switzerland
Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
Would you like to support our R&D team to solve problems for the next generation of biopolymers? Join our international team in Oberwinterthur and help us make a step forward towards solving the climate crisis by developing biodegradable polymers.
Responsibilities
* Synthesize and characterize bio-polymers in laboratory scale.
* Collaborate with the application team to design and produce bio-polymers at pilot facilities.
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of lab safety and cleanliness.
* Perform customer trials and lab-scale testing under the support of R&D Engineers.
* Support R&D engineers in the analytics and operation of pilot plants for the production of bio-polymers.
Qualifications
* Master degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or similar field is preferred.
* Work experience in a relevant field for at least 2 years is preferred.
* Laboratory experience in conducting polymer and organic chemistry experiments.
* Know-how in characterization analysis like GC, HPLC and GPC.
* Data analysis using basic python libraries (pandas, matplotlib or numpy) is a plus.
* English is a must for this position. German, French and Italian are advantageous.
* You must be ready to present and communicate your result clearly during regular meetings. Team player, problem solver, strong communicator, adaptability are advantageous soft skills for this position.
What we offer
* 1-year fixed-term contract offering a unique opportunity to develop the next generation of biodegradable polymers
* An innovative, vibrant and agile culture where you can contribute to a more sustainable future
* Excellent social benefits (holidays, pension fund etc.)
* Attractive employment conditions
* Access to a wide range of discounts on Everyday Shopping, Entertainment and Lifestyle
No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.
Contact
Do you have a question about the role?
Reach out to Alexi Donadoni at alexi.donadoni@sulzer.com. Our team is looking forward hearing from you!
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States.
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