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Chemical Laboratory Technician (m/f/d)

Confidential company · Hamburg · Posted Jul 3, 2026

Public summary

An international life sciences company is seeking a Chemical Laboratory Technician to join their Hamburg laboratory specializing in pesticide residue analysis under GLP standards. The role involves performing chemical analyses, including extractions and instrumental techniques, developing new analytical methods, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring GLP-compliant documentation. Candidates should have vocational training in chemical or biological laboratory technology, good English and/or German communication skills, and proficiency with IT tools. The employer offers a modern lab environment, flexible working hours, structured onboarding, career development opportunities, and various employee benefits while promoting diversity and sustainability.

Location and work setup

Location
Hamburg
Remote status
On-site
German requirement signal
Unclear
Detected job language
English

Responsibilities

Independently perform chemical analyses using various sample preparation techniques such as extractions, concentration procedures, SPE, and QuEChERS; conduct laboratory studies employing modern instrumental analytical techniques; contribute to the development and optimization of new analytical methods; maintain and functionally test laboratory equipment; support procurement and disposal of chemicals; document all processes in compliance with GLP guidelines to ensure traceability and quality assurance; follow defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) reliably during daily laboratory operations.

Qualifications

Completed vocational training as a Chemical Laboratory Technician, Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA), Biological Laboratory Technician (BTA), Chemical Technician, or comparable qualification; good verbal and written communication skills in German and/or English; proficient IT skills including MS Excel; strong teamwork orientation; eagerness to learn; responsibility; high commitment to accuracy and quality. Additional training will be provided during onboarding.

Skills

chemical analysis sample preparation extraction techniques concentration procedures solid phase extraction (SPE) QuEChERS instrumental analytical techniques method development laboratory equipment maintenance chemical procurement and disposal GLP documentation standard operating procedures (SOPs) IT skills (MS Excel) teamwork communication skills