Study Director - Analytical department

Eurofins · witterswil, CH

Posted May 27, 2026

The Eurofins Agroscience Group is one of Europe's leading Contract Research Organisation service providers. We conduct field and laboratory studies to determine the safety of new substances and organisms (e.g. microbials) for humans and the environment, as well as their effectiveness. We are experts in conducting global field and laboratory studies in accordance with GEP and GLP, exposure assessment studies, ecotoxicology, product chemistry, testing of physicochemical properties, and environmental behavior studies. In a dynamic and complex regulatory environment, our priority is to support clients through every stage of their registration requirements. To fulfil that, we provide registration services to meet all regulatory challenges. Our team of regulatory experts works together with our network of field stations, laboratories and partners

Study direction for analytical studies related to aquatic ecotoxicology studies (based on OECD guidelines) on agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals and industrial chemicals

Perform residue analytics of aqueous and sediment samples from OECD ecotoxicology laboratory tests

Study direction for physicochemical properties according to OECD guidelines (e.g. water solubility, log Pow)

Development and validation of analytical methods

Evaluation of study results and reporting

Communication with internal teams and external clients

People responsibility related to the studies within a team of several lab technicians

Working in accordance with the principles of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

Education in chemistry (Master or PhD) with strong focus on analytical chemistry

Professional experience in analytical chemistry

Very good analytical skills, sound knowledge and experience in chromatographic techniques (HPLC, GC, HPLC/MS) as well as sample preparation techniques, including experience in trace level analytical work

Solid understanding of environmental behaviour of chemicals

Preferably with working experience under GLP

Team player with strong organizational skills, flexible in work assignment and work schedule

Fluency in spoken and written English is essential as well as verbal communication in German

Working environment: Flat hierarchies, short decision-making processes, and a friendly working atmosphere with modern working environment with the great laboratory infrastructure and state-of-the-art analytical equipment.

Onboarding: A comprehensive onboarding and induction program with mentors and buddies to help you get off to a smooth start.

Work-life balance: Through flexible working hours and opportunities for mobile working when applicable.

Get-togethers & events: Company parties and team events.

Catering: Free coffee and water dispensers, availability variety of food truck

Development opportunities: Development discussions and the opportunity for individual and regular further training, as well as the chance to pursue a variety of career paths within the Eurofins Group.

Attractive benefits: company pension scheme, free language courses, subsidized yoga course and free parking.

If we have sparked your interest, please apply using our online form in less than 5 minutes by clicking on the “Apply now!” button.

If you have any questions, Arpitha Vasudev (HR Manager Agroscience Europe) will be happy to assist you at Arpitha.Vasudev@as.eurofinseu.com , phone number: +41 796765204.

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