Join Our Team at Novamem AG
Novamem AG, based in Schlieren ZH, is a spin-off from ETH Zurich and a leading manufacturer of membranes and filters made from high-performance polymers. With our revolutionary slash/technology, we are setting new standards in water treatment and the development of separators for renewable energy applications. We are looking to strengthen our team as of 01.04.2026 or by arrangement.
Position: Process or Lab Technician (80-100%) (m/f/d)
What You Can Expect:
- You will be an essential part of our development and pilot production team – no day is like the other.
- Your main responsibility will be the preparation of polymer solutions based on defined formulations in laboratory and pilot scale.
- You will perform membrane coating and processing experiments and operate our coating and pilot equipment.
- You will prepare polymer solutions ranging from small laboratory batches to larger pilot-scale batches (up to approx. 100 kg).
- You will carry out tests for membrane performance and water filtration characterization.
- You will document and evaluate results and support the team in optimizing formulations and coating processes.
- You will help maintain our laboratory and pilot infrastructure, ensuring that equipment and analytical tools remain functional and well organized.
- Your observations and results will be shared regularly with the R&D and process development teams.
What You Bring:
- A completed apprenticeship in the chemical sector, such as a chemical laboratory technician EFZ, chemical technologist EFZ, or a comparable practical background in chemical production.
- Experience working with chemical formulations, polymer solutions, or process equipment is an advantage.
- You enjoy hands-on work and practical problem solving.
- You have a strong awareness of safety, quality, and reproducible processes.
- You are confident in German (written and spoken) and can communicate in English.
How Others Would Describe You:
- You are a practical, hands-on person who enjoys working with equipment and processes.
- You work independently, precisely, and reliably, while being a strong team player.
- You are curious and highly motivated to learn new technologies.
- You take ownership of your work and enjoy improving processes step by step.
Application Instructions:
Are you ready to take on this challenge in our company? Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
Novamem AG, Rütistrasse 16, CH-8952 Schlieren, Tel. 044 533 2640, jobs@novamem.com